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Lead Teacher / Assistant Director
Creative Academy – Countryside, IL
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Nights or Weekends
About the Role
Creative Academy in Countryside, IL is seeking a reliable and experienced Lead Teacher / Assistant Director to support daily operations, guide classroom curriculum, and help maintain a safe, positive, and engaging early learning environment.
This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about early childhood education, confident in leading a classroom, and ready to take on additional administrative and leadership responsibilities. Candidates with experience in lead teacher roles, assistant director childcare positions, or early childhood leadership will find this opportunity a strong match.
ResponsibilitiesClassroom Leadership
- Lead a classroom with age-appropriate, play-based curriculum
- Create a warm, structured, and nurturing learning environment
- Support children's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Model effective teaching, classroom management, and positive guidance
Administrative / Assistant Director Duties
- Assist the Director with daily center operations
- Support staff scheduling, classroom coordination, and coverage
- Maintain DCFS licensing and compliance documentation
- Help train, mentor, and support staff
- Communicate professionally with families
- Serve as a leadership presence when the Executive Director is unavailable
Collaboration & Family Partnership
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families
- Communicate clearly about children's progress
- Support a collaborative, positive workplace culture
- Partner with team members to ensure high-quality care
Qualifications
- Experience as a Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, or senior early childhood educator
- Knowledge of child development & DCFS licensing standards
- CDA, ECE coursework, Associate Degree in Early Childhood (preferred)
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Professional, reliable, and team-oriented
- Must meet all Illinois DCFS staff requirements
Why Work at Creative Academy
- Competitive pay based on education & experience
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Supportive, family-like environment
- Opportunities for leadership and career growth
- Benefits available for 30 hour positions
- Monday–Friday — no nights or weekends
Job Details
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, between the hours of 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (flexibility required)
- Location: Creative Academy, 6535 Joliet Rd, Countryside, IL
- Compensation: Based on experience & qualifications
Pay: $ $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21