Lead Teacher - River Forest, United States - Concordia University, Chicago

Concordia University, Chicago River Forest, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Job Description

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for two full-time, exempt positions of Lead Teacher. This position reports directly to the Director of the Early Childhood Education Center and is located in River Forest, IL.

The Lead Teacher is responsible for supporting the physical, social, cognitive, spiritual, and emotional development of the children in the Early Childhood Education Center through a nurturing, Christ-centered, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Provides for the development of each child spiritually, socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally
Collaborates and plans with co-teacher or assistant teacher in the implementation of the curriculum
Prepares, cares for, and organizes the environment, including opening the classroom and making it ready for parents and children
Maintains responsibility for the health and safety of the children
Supervises university undergraduate and graduate students who are assigned to work and implement curriculums in the classrooms, as well as collaborate with university professors
Monitors small groups and/or free choice play time
Keeps daily records of attendance
Maintains up to date portfolios on all children throughout the year as a means of assessment of learning
Follows standards set by DCFS (Department of Children and Family Services ), NLSA (National Lutheran School Association) and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)
Maintains appropriate contact with and support of parents/families including newsletter, conferences, parent meetings, Curriculum Night and Thanksgiving service
Participates as a contributing member of the center's professional team in staff meetings, devotions, community activities, and professional leadership
Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Skill Sets:

Strong administrative skills
Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran education and Concordia University Chicago
Computer proficiency
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to organize tasks
Ability to supervise, work with others, and cooperate with supervisory staff at all levels
Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented at conferences and/or professional literature
Knowledge of the University's mission and vision, the College of Education goals and how the Center supports the academic programs

Minimum Experience Required:

1 year of early childhood experience required

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in related discipline required

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.

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