Demo

Lead Teacher

A Child's Place Early Learning Center
Mc Henry, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026

A Child's Place of McHenry is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support our 2-Year-Old classroom! 

 

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 4/10s (4days/week, 10 hour days), 7:45am-6:00pm 

Compensation: $19 - $20/hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

     

    Main Job Responsibilities:

    • Lead and maintain all aspects of the classroom.
    • Demonstrate patience, kindness and positive interactions with all children, parents, and staff.
    • Operate as a team player.
    • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
    • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

    ACP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

    #PECEPEDU1

     

    Salary : $19 - $20

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Lead Teacher?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Lead Teacher career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $48,383 - $97,824
    Income Estimation: 
    $63,454 - $101,244
    Income Estimation: 
    $53,080 - $99,161
    Income Estimation: 
    $87,640 - $113,243
    Income Estimation: 
    $77,897 - $116,523
    Employees: Get a Salary Increase
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at A Child's Place Early Learning Center

    • A Child's Place Early Learning Center Antioch, IL
    • A Child's Place of Antioch is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teacher s to support the following age groups: Infant/Toddlers To be QUALIFIED for t... more
    • 9 Days Ago


    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Lead Teacher jobs in the Mc Henry, IL area that may be a better fit.

    • Lead For America Chicago, IL
    • Note: ACC placements are primarily in-person, full-time positions. About the American Connection Corps: The American Connection Corps (ACC) is a service fe... more
    • 16 Days Ago

    • Childtime Learning Centers Glen Ellyn, IL
    • Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are... more
    • 9 Days Ago

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!