Lead Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5)

Brightpoint
Chicago, IL
Category Education
Job Description
Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with a minimum of 24 hours of Early Childhood Education classes required.
  • Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Early Childhood Education Level 5 Credential required and Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Level 5 Credential required.
  • A minimum of two years working with children and/or families required.
  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
  • Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL) required or must be obtained within 24 months of employment.

Benefits

  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Three scheduled weeks of paid time off each year (Spring, Summer, Winter)
  • Additional flexible paid leave that accrues based on tenure
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Supplemental insurance options
  • 401(k) with match
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