Full-Time Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Oak Leaf Academy, a premier NAEYC-accredited preschool in Oak Park, is looking for Full-time Pre- K Assistant teacher. The people we hire are warm, fun, energetic, and passionate individuals who love working with children and who want to provide a safe and happy learning environment. We hire those who are career-driven and who are committed to providing quality care here, at Oak Leaf Academy. At OLA we GROW, LEARN, and EXPERIENCE. For those seeking a career in ECE, please email a copy of your resume and transcripts. We look forward to speaking with you!

The position(s) available:

-Full-time Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Qualifications:

-Must be warm, fun and energetic individuals who will provide a safe, happy and learning environment.

-Must have at least two years’ experience working with Pre-K, Preschool, or Toddler age children.

-Are able to provide a child-centered, play-based curriculum promoting creativity, individuality, and independence of all children.

-Will provide a safe, nurturing, family centered environment in which children can thrive and grow both physically and intellectually.

-Will need to provide developmentally appropriate activities enhancing the skills needed for successful learning in a fun and exciting way.

-Will focus on social and emotional health, progression in cognitive development and strengthening fine and gross motor skills.

-Will promote healthy bodies as well as healthy minds with daily exercise and positive relationships.

-Will include daily fine arts activities including music, art and language enhancement.

-Will have healthy open relationships between the families, children and the staff.

-Will provide annual written developmental assessments, annual parent-teacher conferences and ongoing student portfolios documenting the children’s progression and fun while learning.

Salary and benefits provided. Background check and references required.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $34,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person