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Preschool Teacher

C.E.F.S. Head Start 0-5 Program
Taylorville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2025

Responsible for administering the Head Start Performance Standards and DCFS Licensing Standards and implementing the program’s policies and procedures.

Serves as prime advisor to the Education Specialist in all matters pertaining to the Head Start classroom.

Establishes and maintains an efficient and effective record-keeping system.

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Head Start center and classroom management.

Responsible for the supervision of center staff as it pertains to program operations and is responsible in directing center staff duties as defined within their job descriptions.

Provides team leadership, team building, staff training and development to center staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with equivalent credit hours to a major in Early Childhood Education and one year experience teaching preschool children preferred, Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with equivalent credit hours to a major in Early Childhood Education and one year experience teaching preschool children required.

Must meet the agency, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and IL Department of Child and Family Services applicable requirements for position.

1. Complete and pass pre-employment physical, obtain current (within past 6 months) 2-step TB test results, provide immunizations records that reflect 2 doses of MMR (mumps, rubella, and measles) and one Tdap (within last 7 years), and continue to complete on-going health testing as required by program.

2. Furnish written information regarding any criminal convictions, submit to fingerprinting, and comply to and pass a background check before initial hire and every five years thereafter.

3. Obtain and maintain current CPR and first aid certification within 90 days of hire.

4. Must be at least 21 years of age.

· Must be able to fluently speak the language spoken by the majority of families and children in the class.

· Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to get along with children, parents, and other co-workers.

· Organization and problem solving skills required.

· Must perform all duties in a timely and professional manner.

· Must be punctual and maintain good work attendance.

· Must have the ability to work as a team player and maintain a positive work environment with co-workers.

· Must have the ability to operate a personal computer and software to access electronic mail and word processing programs.

· Must demonstrate maturity and self-motivation.

· Must possess a positive and professional image.

· Must have reliable transportation to travel to/from work, meetings, and other work activities.

· Continues professional growth by participating in training programs and workshops/ conferences as budget allows and as applicable to position.

· Must support the mission, goals and objectives of Head Start and C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.11 - $25.85 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with equivalent credit hours to a major in Early Childhood Education?

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

Experience:

  • Preschool Aged Children: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26

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