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Early Childhood Teacher
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Duties
Duties & Responsibilities
Develops weekly plans, and implements age appropriate curriculum (lesson plan) to nurture and stimulate all domains of children's development in their care
Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children's learning and growth
Perform on-going developmental evaluations of children as required, develop lesson plans and follow curriculum implementation that addresses the individual needs of each child
Provide responsive care to all children by adapting daily caregiving routines and plans to the interests and needs of the individual child and the group
Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for the child''s background by incorporating the cultural, linguistic and familial values and beliefs into the childcare program and lesson plans
Exchange information and serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary intervention/prevention team
Integrate the skills of the instructional aide into classroom routing and to develop and direct skill of aide
Responsible for record keeping of child's progress, level of development and records from other agencies
Completes child transition and orientation of the classroom with parents
Maintain ongoing, open communication with parents/ caregivers
Provide a classroom environment that encourages parent participation
Ensure that each family receives an opportunity to build strong relationships and experience clear communication with teaching staff.
Plan periodical parent conferences to discuss children''s developmental progress, needs and interests.
Liaison with children''s families to ensure smooth transition from home to child care setting and transitions from classroom to classroom when needed
Report all cases of suspected child abuse/neglect to the Principal/DCFS
Work cooperatively with special service personnel of the district
Maintain confidentiality of all student data and information
Participate in staff meetings and in-service training programs as are scheduled for teachers
Serve as the case manager for the I.E.P. for each child integrating various disciplines (speech, O.T., P.T., etc.)
Qualifications
Qualifications
BA in Early Childhood Education (Birth-3rd grade)
Early Childhood Special Education Endorsement (Birth-3rd grade)
English as a Second Language Endorsement (ESL-Birth-3rd grade)
Qualification Preferred
Salary/Benefits
See district''s website (www.dist126.org)
Additional Notes
Physical Requirements
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with students, other faculty, staff, and parents as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls
The position also entails significant walking, bending, standing, stooping, and possible physical interventions in order to maintain a safe learning environment
Assignment may require the ability to physically move students or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. and position students in specialized equipment, and/or change diapers as needed
The employee should have the physical capabilities to perform all job functions
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
https://www.applitrack.com/scook/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=826
Email Address
gfiske@dist126.org
School District
www.dist126.org
Position Website
https://www.applitrack.com/scook/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=826
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
5/11/2026
Start Date
8/17/2026
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District Name Alsip-Hazelgreen-Oaklawn SD #126 Building Name Early Childhood Center Address 11700 S Kolin Avenue
Alsip, IL 60803 Phone (708) 293-4103 Fax (708)396-3793 IASA Region Cook South County Cook (South) County Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Early Childhood PK-Grade 3 Grade Level Early Childhood
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