Early Childhood Education Teacher

Job overview

Early Childhood Education Teacher is an onsite role in Matteson, IL, with a stated salary range of $43,800–$53,500 per year. Illinois Action for Children describes its mission as developing strong families and powerful communities where children come first. The teacher fosters children’s learning and development while working with families, educators, and community partners. The role contributes to children’s academic growth, belonging, and resilience and supports families and the wider community.

What you'll do

• Foster children’s love of learning, critical thinking, and individual growth
• collaborate with parents and caregivers to support children’s needs
• work with educators, community leaders, and families to build support networks
• use teaching to promote academic success, belonging, resilience, and pride.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

early childhood education teacher

illinois action for children

matteson il

classroom teaching

family collaboration

child development

community partnerships

bachelor's degree

professional growth

tuition reimbursement

health insurance

dental insurance

vision insurance

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with a 95% company contribution for single coverage
• 401(k) match
• paid time off
• 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible spending account
• company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• $2,000 hiring bonus for external candidates.

Why this role

A $2,000 hiring bonus is offered to external candidates, paid 50% after 90 days and 50% after one year.

About the employer

Illinois Action For Children is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.