Experienced Early Childhood Teacher

Join Our Family at P&J Tender Care Day Care Centers! At P&J Tender Care, we operate as a close-knit family, dedicated to serving families through exceptional child care services. As a privately-owned Day Care center with two convenient locations, we offer a warm and caring environment that feels like home for children in our care. We are currently seeking passionate and experienced Lead Teachers to join our team. We value candidates who are committed to making a positive impact on children's lives and who seek a supportive and appreciative work environment. At P&J, you are not just an employee, you are part of our family.

• Benefits:

• 1. Health Insurance 2. Dental Insurance 3. Vision Insurance 4. Life Insurance 5. 401(k) Matching 6. Paid Time Off 7. Employee Discount 8. Professional Development Assistance 9. Supportive Work Environment that values your contributions 10. Family-Friendly Policies to promote work-life balance 11. Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support

• Qualifications:

• Lead Teachers must be Teacher Qualified as required by the State of Illinois.
• Educational qualifications may include a CDA, Associates Degree, Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, or relevant experience with Early Childhood Education classes.
• Assistant Teachers should ideally have at least one year of experience in Early Childhood Education, and all relevant work experiences will be considered.
• Preference given to candidates with Gateways Credential or Paraprofessional Endorsement.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and are seeking a fulfilling career in a family-oriented Day Care Center, we invite you to apply. Interested candidates will receive an application, and phone interviews will be scheduled as needed. Join us at P&J Tender Care, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00

• $21.

00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person