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Lead Infant Teacher

Childrens Home Center
Steger, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Infant Teacher position at Childrens Home Center?

We are looking to hire an attentive Childcare Teacher to perform all duties necessary to ensure that children's basic needs are taken care of. The Childcare Teacher's responsibilities include feeding and grooming children, introducing children to new, age-appropriate hobbies, and sanitizing all toys and play areas. You should also be able to identify and address behavioral problems.

To be successful as a Childcare Teacher, you should be able to maintain progress reports of all children under your care. Ultimately, an exceptional Childcare Teacher will cultivate a safe and loving environment that is conducive to growth and learning.

Childcare Teacher Requirements:

  • Providing basic care for children which includes feeding, grooming, and changing diapers.
  • Developing age-appropriate socialization skills in children.
  • Encouraging positive behavior and good manners.
  • Using various learning methods such as stories, games and drawing to intellectually stimulate children.
  • Identifying behavioral problems and developing appropriate strategies to address them.
  • Attending staff meetings, conferences, and workshops.
  • Holding regular parent-teacher meetings to address any issues, concerns, or parent complaints.
  • Providing a pleasant, safe, and sanitary environment.
  • Communicating with parents and providing updates on children's progress.

Childcare Teacher Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Child Care Professional (CCP) certification is advantageous.
  • Proven experience working as a Childcare Teacher.
  • Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred.
  • Clear criminal background check.
  • In-depth understanding of childhood development.
  • Strong conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Attentive and patient.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19

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