An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Early Learning Center
Springfield School District 186
Early Learning Center - Springfield, Illinois Job Details
Job ID:
5863829
Application Deadline:
Aug 10, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Jul 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 20, 2026
Job Description
TITLE OF VACANCY
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
LOCATION
Early Learning Center
CONTRACT PERIOD
180 days
REPORTS TO
Building Principal
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Illinois Professional Educators License; Early Childhood required and Early Childhood Special Education endorsement/approvals, preferred. Candidates without the necessary endorsement for dual certification could be considered for hire for 1 year only
Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement process
Strong organizational skills
Strong problem solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to informally and formally assess learning and behavioral needs of students.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide a high quality, inclusive learning environment for prekindergarten students as defined by ISBE Preschool for All monitoring guidelines and accountability systems. Plan and implement instruction in accordance with the approved PK curriculum.
Establish and implement appropriate student assessment procedures.
Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning through the establishment of a behavior management plan and social emotional supports. Provide curricular and behavioral support to students as specified on Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Active participation in staff development activities.
Contribute as a team member and/or leader to school improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQUIP) initiatives. Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities in order to implement new strategies for curriculum and instructional improvement.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public. Other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
August 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM
EFFECTIVE DATE:
First contractual day of the 2026-2027
District 186 180-day calendar
SALARY and
BENEFITS
In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement; Go to the 26-27 SEA Salary Schedule to view the SEA Salary Schedule
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Office of Human Resources
3063 Fiat Ave
Springfield, Illinois 62703
Phone:
217-525-3006
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