The Wonder Playschool located in Peoria, IL is seeking an experienced, qualified lead teacher to join our dedicated team of teachers.

The ideal candidate will:

Possess DCFS teacher qualifications Have experience in planning lessons, implementing curriculum, communicating with parents, and managing a classroom Have experience in classroom management in early childhood settings Be passionate about early childhood education Genuinely enjoy working with young children and their families Our program is designed to offer preschool-aged children meaningful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. We are a play-based, hands-on program. Vision We strive to create a committed and nurturing community that empowers every child to impact the world for good. Mission To inspire, support, and empower teachers—creating a culture where everyday interactions with children are intentional and meaningful Beliefs We believe learning is a natural process which begins at birth. We believe learning is more meaningful when children are provided with an integrative and hands on approach to education. We believe the learning environment contributes to the child's experience by providing invitations to investigate, engineer, and communicate discoveries. We believe children are best prepared for school careers when they have had the support to feel safe, confident, and empowered. The Wonder Playschool is committed to providing the highest quality of care to Peoria area families, and could not do so without the nurturing, compassionate individuals who comprise our team. This position is full-time and classroom experience preferred.

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

From $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person