Creative Early Childhood Teacher

Life Long Learners Child Development Center Inc.
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • Full-time
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • Christmas Week Closed with Pay
  • Yearly Company Retreat
  • Holiday Party
  • 80 hours of PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Aflac
  • Misc. bonuses & rewards

About the Role


Life Long Learners is seeking a passionate, dependable, creative, and energetic Early Childhood Teacher who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.


Our teachers help children grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically through play-based learning, hands-on experiences, positive guidance, and meaningful relationships.


What You’ll Do


  • Create a safe, warm, and nurturing classroom where children feel supported and valued.

  • Plan and lead developmentally appropriate activities that encourage creativity, curiosity, and independence.

  • Support children’s social-emotional growth through patience, empathy, and positive guidance.

  • Observe children’s development and respond to their individual needs and interests.

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with families.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers and leadership.

  • Maintain an organized, engaging classroom environment.

  • Follow center policies, health and safety procedures, and DCFS licensing requirements.

Our Core Values


  • Creativity & Innovation: We encourage fresh ideas and meaningful learning experiences.

  • Joy & Playfulness: Learning should be fun, engaging, and full of discovery.

  • Approachability: Strong relationships begin with respectful, open communication.

  • Lifelong Learning: We encourage curiosity in children and continued growth in our teachers.

What Makes Life Long Learners Unique


  • Small classroom sizes and low ratios

  • Family communication through Brightwheel

  • Strong focus on social-emotional development

  • Outdoor learning experiences

  • Sustainability activities including recycling, composting, and gardening

  • Family-owned and operated environment

  • Supportive, collaborative team culture

About You


You may be a great fit if you:


  • Genuinely enjoy working with young children.

  • Are patient, nurturing, dependable, and positive.

  • Bring creativity, energy, and enthusiasm to the classroom.

  • Value teamwork and strong communication.

  • Are open to feedback and professional growth.

  • Can meet applicable DCFS licensing requirements, including education, training, health documentation, and background clearance.

  • Understand the importance of reliability and consistency in early childhood education.

Join Our Team


At Life Long Learners, teaching is about building relationships, encouraging curiosity, supporting emotional growth, and helping children develop confidence and independence.


If you’re looking for a childcare center where you can bring your personality, ideas, creativity, and passion for early childhood education to work each day, we’d love to meet you.


Apply today and help us make learning an adventure every day!

Numbers & Facts

LocationDowners Grove, IL
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Childcareunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Early Childhood Educationunmatched
  • Gardeningunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Licensingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Recyclingunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Sustainabilityunmatched
  • Teachers Helpunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched

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