Do you love working with young children and creating a joyful, nurturing learning environment? We’re seeking a passionate, organized, and faith-driven Preschool Teacher / Assistant Director to help lead and support a vibrant preschool community. This is a Direct Hire position.
About the Role:
This program serves children ages 3–5 in a part-time, play-based setting (Monday–Thursday, 9:00–11:30 AM). This hybrid role blends hands-on teaching with leadership responsibilities, totaling approximately 20 hours per week. Pay is $20.50.
What You’ll Do:
Partner closely with the Preschool Director to support daily operations and program goals
Step into a leadership role when the Director is unavailable
Plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons
Support children’s growth—academically, socially, and emotionally
Build strong, positive relationships with families, staff, and students
Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized environment
Participate in staff development and ongoing training
What You Bring:
A strong Christian faith and a heart for working with children
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development (Bachelor’s preferred)
1–2 years of early childhood teaching experience
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
Comfort with basic technology (Microsoft Office, social media, etc.)
CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and a warm, relational approach
Additional Expectations:
Maintain consistent, reliable attendance
Complete required training (including child safety and licensing standards)
Pass a background check in accordance with child protection policies
Please apply directly to this posting. If already registered with FurstStaffing, contact Courtney or Denessa at 815-229-7810.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Rockford, IL
Skills
Background Investigationunmatched
CPR Certificationunmatched
Child Developmentunmatched
Child Protection/Welfareunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Early Childhood Educationunmatched
First Aidunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Licensingunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Nursery School and Preschoolunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Parental Controlsunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Social Mediaunmatched
Staff Developmentunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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