Early Childhood Educator

We’re seeking caring, energetic, and dedicated Early Childhood Teachers to join our team in Freeport, supporting classrooms from Yearlings through Toddlers. In this role, you’ll help create a warm, engaging environment where young children feel safe, encouraged, and excited to learn.

You’ll play a key role in providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, building strong relationships with children and families, and supporting each child’s growth in meaningful, individualized ways.

What You’ll Do

Classroom Collaboration

• Partner with lead teachers to support daily routines and learning activities.
• Assist with preparing materials and setting up the classroom for the day.
• Contribute to planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.
• Use Procare to share timely updates with families.

Engaging with Children

• Build trusting, nurturing relationships through consistent and positive interactions.
• Participate in play, exploration, and hands-on learning to support all developmental areas.
• Provide individualized support during one-on-one and small-group activities.
• Encourage respect for peers, materials, and the classroom community.

Positive Behavior Support

• Reinforce classroom expectations using clear, consistent strategies.
• Help children navigate conflict with empathy, patience, and problem-solving.
• Communicate regularly with the lead teacher about behavior, progress, and celebrations.
• Model kindness, cooperation, and emotional regulation.

Health & Safety

• Supervise children closely throughout the day—in the classroom, during transitions, and outdoors.
• Follow all licensing standards and safety protocols.
• Maintain a healthy, hazard-free environment.
• Uphold required staff-to-child ratios.
• Be prepared to respond in emergencies; CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).

Team Communication

• Maintain open communication with lead teachers and team members to support daily plans and long-term goals.
• Build strong partnerships with families by sharing milestones, insights, and updates.
• Use child-friendly language that supports curiosity, emotional expression, and conversation.
• Participate actively in team discussions, trainings, and professional development.
• Collaborate to solve challenges with a child-centered mindset.

What You Bring

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers or young children in a group setting.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and best practices in early learning.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team approach.
• A love for children, a sense of humor, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join Us?

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference during one of the most important stages of a child’s life. If you’re passionate about early childhood education and want to work in a supportive, child-centered environment, we’d love to meet you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $23