Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $16.20-$17.50
Welcome to Irving Park Early Learning Center, IPELC! Our family-owned childcare centers have been in business since 1999, and have been honoring the learn through play philosophy since. We serve children ages 6 weeks - 5 years old.
Currently, we have two Chicago locations that are directly located across from one another. Both locations share a dedicated leadership team!
- IPELC - Whipple (3023 West Montrose) - 7 : 00am to 6 : 00pm
- IPELC - Sacramento (3000 West Montrose) - 7 : 00am to 5 : 30pm
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IPELC is looking for a Part-Time Floater to join our program. Hours offered are 2-6 or 3-6 Monday through Friday.
This position requires flexibility in shifting tasks throughout the day, and exposure to all classroom ages on a changing basis.
Teachers must live within a 5 mile radius of our locations.
This position requires a background check clearance, three written references, and a DCFS mandated medical form.
The following attributes are a must in our Educators :
Adaptability and Flexibility in a day to day routine!Patient and loving approach with all students.Ability to work and communicate effectively with staff and parents in a professional and personable manner.Facilitates comfortable, safe, and engaging classroom environments for all students.Professional and neat appearance in adherence to company policyExpert fluency in English on a reading, writing, and speaking level.Education Requirements :
Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
First Aid & CPR certified or willing to obtain certification.Food Handler certification or willingness to obtain.Job Responsibilities :
Physical ability to stand, bend, squat, jump, dance, walk, run, reach carry, lift 50 lbs.Provide toileting and diapering assistance to children in adherence to state standards.Consistently maintains cleanliness and order of the classroom environment. This includes but is not limited to mopping, sweeping, dusting, laundry, and trash removal.Send messages, photos, and updates to parents through the app for each attending student in the assigned classroom.Ability to redirect students and promote self-regulation in a kind and considerate manner.Uphold mandated uniform expectations.Uphold and maintain classroom, position, and behavioral standards in adherence to DCFS and company policy.Consistent in punctuality and attendance.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.Ability to support Lead Teachers in behavioral and academic processes within the classroom.We offer a Competitive Compensation package and benefits for qualifying employees including :
Paid Holidays (including one week off for Christmas)Paid Time Off (sick time and vacation)Health Insurance : Company pays halfTuition ReimbursementDiscounted Childcare and Tuition401K with Company MatchPaid Educational Training and Tuition AssistanceRoom for advancement and promotional opportunities