Job description
We are in search of a Teacher, who wants to have a blast while impacting and changing the lives of our future!
Are you willing to look ridiculous to make kids laugh? * Are you willing to sing the same song (in or out of tune) and read the same book 20 times in one day? * Can you handle a child crawling all over you while you're reading a book to 8 other kids? * Do you love getting hugs all day long, getting a Dr. exam 5 times in 20 minutes, getting your hair done and changing diapers of imaginary friends? * Do you love hats? This job requires wearing many. * Do you speak several different toddler languages? * Can you read between the lines of a meltdown to figure out who did what? * Do you have eyes on all sides of your head? * Are you prepared to handle the brutal honesty of children and to learn more about children and their families than you ever thought was possible? * Most importably are you prepared to be loved unconditionally (by children and co workers), laugh constantly, be a part of a family and most of all love coming to work everyday despite the challenges?
If you answered yes to the above questions, this job is perfect for you. Please please please apply. There are not many out there that can honestly answer yes to all of the above!
Our Core Values
To be happy here you must share the same core values as us. We live and breathe:
- Creativity and out of the box thinking. No boring black and white ideas here!
- Fun. Fun. Fun: You must be fun to work here. If you're not having fun neither are the children.
- Being approachable: If parents can’t approach you, they will never trust you with their child.
- Have a burning desire to be life long learners and to imagine, inspire and explore.
What makes us so cool?
Small classrooms and ratios * parent communication App “Brightwheel” * focus on sustainability and mindfulness about the earth (recycling/composting/gardening) * outdoor classroom * family owned and operated * attention focused on guiding children in learning how to identify/control their emotions
The ideal candidate will:
Chuckle and smile throughout reading this posting * Be excited to come to work everyday and create an amazing experience for these kiddos * Be able to pass a DCFS back ground check an all other DCFS requirements for the position * love, love, love children. If you don't love children, no need to apply. We can’t teach that.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
At Life Long Learners Child Development Center, we believe in nurturing both children and educators. Our mission is to create a warm, engaging, and innovative learning environment where children feel valued, empowered, and excited to learn. As part of our team, you'll enjoy small class sizes, a supportive family-owned atmosphere, and opportunities for professional growth. With a focus on creativity, sustainability, and emotional development, we provide a workplace where your passion for early childhood education can thrive. Join us today and help shape the next generation of lifelong learners!