Essential Functions: Assist the teacher to create, maintain, and manage a safe, attractive, warm, and challenging learning environment in the classroom and on the bus. Incorporate developmentally appropriate learning activities, which meet the needs of the group, as well as those of individual children, toward achieving School Readiness. Promote family engagement by advocating for parent inclusion as an ongoing part of their child’s educational experience and recognizing them as their child’s first teacher. Serve as a member of the classroom team for a smooth delivery of services to children and families.

This position is based in Centralia, IL. May be required to travel within a one hour radius (will be provided a company car if travel is necessary)

**Sign-On Bonus $1,000**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.13 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Preschool/Head Start: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Centralia, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person