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Job Description If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do. Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you! We are currently searching for a full-time Preschool Lead Teacher to join our DuPage office in our Preschool for All programs in Wheaton! SALARY: The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $55,000 and $57,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level. Salary for 43-week programs will be pro-rated. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for supporting a team approach to planning and implementing program activities., • Collaborates with Family Support Workers, Teacher’s, Program Aide, site partners, and site supervisor for the betterment of the classroom and families., • Participates in ongoing CLASS implementation and monitoring., • Guide and facilitate activities of the children and ensures appropriate child guidance and discipline and proper ratios are maintained at all times., • Attend all mandated trainings., • Set and achieve professional development goals. All professional development to be tracked in Gateways., • Share resources with other staff members as appropriate., • Use Teaching Strategies Gold to maintain ongoing, high quality documentation of school readiness skills and maintain interrater reliability., • Use Teaching Strategies Gold to communication with families through monthly newsletters and family conference forms., • Responsible for the implementation of the program’s Planned Language Approach which is specifically designed to support dual language learners., • Schedule and conduct education home visits with teaching staff to discuss individual development and progress, assist parents in developing educational goals for their child., • Maintain accurate teacher and child files., • Ensure all transportation safety procedures are followed including utilization of the bus attendance log if applicable, • Ensure accurate completion CACFP documents in conjunction with the teaching staff., • Builds and ensures positive and on-going relationships with parents, volunteers, and other staff members., • Works with site supervisor and family support worker to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities., • Conducts and/or oversees screening of all children within prescribed time frames using the developmental, social emotional and other prescribed screenings tools., • Ensures the curriculum is used to fidelity and that submission of weekly lesson plans including individualization for all children, including monitoring and facilitating accommodations listed in IEPs and IFSPs., • Provides a supportive, caring and safe environment for children., • Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assures that the playground is safe., • Provides active supervision to ensure the safety of children while in the classroom, during transitions, at time of transportation, and while on the playground. Ensures that no child shall be left alone or unsupervised., • Ensures the usage of agency technology equipment and time are utilized for agency business., • Ensures compliance with the agency’s code of conduct., • Ensures agency’s fiscal integrity by adhering to purchase approval requirements and procedures., • Assists in the development of the agency’s annual program self-assessment., • Ensures all content area data is accurately reflected in the agency’s Program Information Reports within set time frames., • Participate in program recruitment efforts to maintain full enrollment., • Ability to plan and implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children, including improving the readiness of children for preschool by developing their literacy awareness and their approaches to learning., • Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment for infants and toddlers., • Support the social and emotional development of children., • Encourage the involvement of the families of the children in a Early Head Start program and supporting the development of relationships between children and their families., • Demonstrated ability to work in teams., • Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work in a complex environment., • Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups., • Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or education from an accredited college or university required., • Lead Teacher working with children ages 3-5: PEL or a Gateways ECE level 5 Credential while working towards receiving PEL required. Some highlights include: • Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage., • Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date., • FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members. Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness, and empowerment

Job Description Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Metropolitan is Illinois’ first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,900 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness and empowerment. We are now hiring for full-time Early Learning Floater Teacher to join our Chicago Early Learning Team! $3,000 Sign-on Bonus for first time employees with MFS! ($1,500 on the first paycheck and $1,500 after 6 months of employment). SALARY: The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $40,000 and $45,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for supporting a team approach to planning and implementing program activities. Collaborates with Family Support Workers, Teacher’s, Program Aide, site partners, and site supervisor for the betterment of the classroom and families., • Participates in ongoing CLASS implementation and monitoring., • Guide and facilitate activities of the children and ensures appropriate child guidance and discipline and proper ratios are maintained at all times., • Attend all mandated trainings. Set and achieve professional development goals. Share resources with other staff members as appropriate. All professional development to be tracked in Gateways., • Use Teaching Strategies Gold to maintain ongoing, high-quality documentation of school readiness skills. Maintain Interrater Reliability., • Use Teaching Strategies Gold to communication with families through monthly newsletters and family conference forms., • Responsible for the implementation of the program’s Planned Language Approach which is specifically designed to support dual language learners and their families., • Schedule and conduct education home visits with teaching staff to discuss individual development and progress, assist parents in developing educational goals for their child., • Maintain accurate teacher and child files., • Ensure all transportation safety procedures are followed including utilization of the bus attendance log if applicable., • Ensure accurate completion CACFP documents in conjunction with the teaching staff., • Builds and ensures positive and on-going relationships with parents, volunteers, and other staff members., • Works with site supervisor and family support worker to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities., • Conducts and/or oversees screening of all children within prescribed time frames using the developmental, social emotional and other prescribed screenings tools., • Ensures the curriculum is used to fidelity and that submission of weekly lesson plans including individualization for all children, including: monitoring and facilitating accommodations listed in IEPs and IFSPs., • Provides a supportive, caring and safe environment for children., • Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assures that the playground is safe., • Provides active supervision to ensure the safety of children while in the classroom, during transitions, at time of transportation, and while on the playground. Ensures that no child shall be left alone or unsupervised., • Provides home visiting services to ensure that services to families are maintained in the event that there is a need for home visiting support., • Assists in the development of the agency’s annual program self-assessment., • Participate in program recruitment efforts to maintain full enrollment., • Associate’s in Early Childhood Education or related field with 21 credit hours in Early Childhood Education., • Bachelor’s in Early Childhood or related field with 21 credit hours in Early Childhood preferred. Some highlights include: • Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage., • Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date., • FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members.

Job Description If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do. Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you! We are now hiring for a full-time Floater teacher (Ages 0-3) to join our Early Learning team at our Chicago location. SALARY: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for supporting a team approach to planning and implementing program activities. Collaborates with Family Support Workers, Teacher’s, Program Aide, site partners, and site supervisor for the betterment of the classroom and families, • Participates in ongoing CLASS implementation and monitoring, • Guide and facilitate activities of the children and ensures appropriate child guidance and discipline and proper ratios are maintained at all times., • Attend all mandated trainings. Set and achieve professional development goals. Share resources with other staff members as appropriate. All professional development to be tracked in Gateways, • Use Teaching Strategies Gold to maintain ongoing, high-quality documentation of school readiness skills. Maintain Interrater Reliability, • Use Teaching Strategies Gold to communication with families through monthly newsletters and family conference forms, • Responsible for the implementation of the program’s Planned Language Approach which is specifically designed to support dual language learners, • Schedule and conduct education home visits with teaching staff to discuss individual development and progress, assist parents in developing educational goals for their child, • Maintain accurate teacher and child files, • Ensure all transportation safety procedures are followed including utilization of the bus attendance log if applicable, • Ensure accurate completion CACFP documents in conjunction with the teaching staff., • Builds and ensures positive and on-going relationships with parents, volunteers, and other staff members, • Works with site supervisor and family support worker to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities., • Conducts and/or oversees screening of all children within prescribed time frames using the developmental, social emotional and other prescribed screenings tools., • Ensures the curriculum is used to fidelity and that submission of weekly lesson plans including individualization for all children, including: monitoring and facilitating accommodations listed in IEPs and IFSPs., • Provides a supportive, caring and safe environment for children., • Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assures that the playground is safe., • Provides active supervision to ensure the safety of children while in the classroom, during transitions, at time of transportation, and while on the playground. Ensures that no child shall be left alone or unsupervised., • Provides home visiting services to ensure that services to families are maintained in the event that there is a need for home visiting support., • Ensures the usage of agency technology equipment and time are utilized for agency business., • Ensures compliance with the agency’s code of conduct., • Ensures agency’s fiscal integrity by adhering to purchase approval requirements and procedures., • Assists in the development of the agency’s annual program self-assessment., • Ensures all content area data is accurately reflected in the agency’s Program Information Reports within set time frames., • Participate in program recruitment efforts to maintain full enrollment., • Experience in supporting the social and emotional development of children. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use hands and fingers to feel, handle, and operate objects or controls, and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal. Metropolitan Family Services puts our people first with a top-of-the-line benefits package. Find out more by clicking here! Some highlights include: • Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage., • Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date., • FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members. Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness, and empowerment.

Job Description We are now hiring a Lead Toddler Spanish Teacher for our beautiful Guidepost Montessori school at Old Town! Get the opportunity to nurture Toddlers with an environment designed for their growth, exploration, and independence! Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Lead Guide (Teacher) to support a mixed-age class of toddler age children in a Montessori environment. In a Montessori community, guides (teachers) carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child's interest. Guides provide personalized support to each child. They work with children individually and in small groups, demonstrating how to use the materials and perform activities with them, and giving precise language to understand their experiences. Because of the carefully prepared environment and individualized support, children in a Montessori class have tremendous liberty to explore the environment and work on materials of their choice for as long as they want. Most importantly, the support and materials help every child develop skills, confidence, and a firm conviction that they are capable. We're looking for a Lead Guide who will bring their best in order to support every child in reaching their highest potential! Guidepost Toddler Lead Guides: • Observe each child closely to understand and meet their physical, intellectual, and emotional needs, • Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, exploration, deep learning, and independence, • Cultivate independence and self-confidence by helping children 'do it all by themselves', • Provide lessons to encourage practical life skills, language, and grace and courtesy, • Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of respect Every classroom at Guidepost comes equipped with the full range of high-quality Montessori materials for the infant/toddler curriculum, as well as a budget for guides to personalize their space. Each classroom is set up according to the Montessori principles of beauty and order and is designed to enable every child to explore, learn, and confidently achieve their independence. A Guidepost Montessori toddler space features: • Abundant open space to move and explore, • Child-sized furniture and objects to facilitate independence, • Curriculum for independence in: dressing themselves, feeding themselves, toilet learning etc., • Scientifically designed learning materials to develop fine and gross motor skills and so much more, • Cozy rugs, real plants, and plenty of natural light, • Breakable objects made from natural materials like wood, metal, and glass rather than plastic An ideal candidate has: • Native or Fluent Spanish Speaker, • Are interested in pursuing certified Montessori training through our Prepared Montessorian Institute (fully-sponsored) or have previously obtained a Montessori diploma, • Experience working with children ages 0-3 in a group setting such as daycare, aftercare, or nursery, • Familiarity with child-led philosophies such as Reggio Emilia or Montessori and/or open to learning more!, • Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits, • The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child, • Sponsored Montessori diploma and ongoing professional development through the Prepared Montessorian Institute, • 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 6 years old), • A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices, • Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities, • A competitive salary, • Health, dental, and vision insurance Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 100 schools across U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children's House, and Elementary programs. At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We're on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators! Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life! If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below! Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

Job Description We are seeking individuals who are passionate about early childhood education to join our team! We are currently looking to fill teaching positions in our infant (6 weeks-15 months) and young toddler (15-24 months) classrooms. Full time availability required. Are you looking for a work environment that is nurturing, supportive, and gratifying? Do you want to work with other professionals who are ready and willing to support you and help you deepen your knowledge of early childhood development? Does having the opportunity to bring your hobbies and interests into your daily work sound exciting? Then Green Bean might be the place for you! Someone will be a good fit with our school if... They are self-motivated and eager to learn about the Reggio Emilia philosophy and infant/toddler development They enjoy working closely with a team and have strong communication skills, are able to be direct and tactful, and able to seek out support and resources when needed They enjoy flexibility in their lesson planning and are curious about children's interests General responsibilities for the Lead Teacher role include, but are not limited to: • Developing weekly lesson plans based on the project approach that includes activities in the following areas: science, math, literacy/language, and physical development, • Following a daily classroom schedule that includes both choice time, circle time and art/sensory activities, • Providing high-quality care including changing diapers, following hand washing procedures for staff and children, participate in family style dining, and monitor the safety and wellbeing of each child, • Documenting group activities through photos, observations and teacher reflection, • Conducting regular observations for individual portfolio assessments, • Conducting parent-teacher conferences (willingness to conduct home visits if deemed appropriate), • Direct supervision of one or more teaching assistants (including conducting regular team meetings, modeling appropriate interactions with children and parents, training teaching assistants on documentation and project work), • Updating parent blog on a daily basis, • Participating in annual Open House and other family events at the school, • Bachelor's or Associate's Degree (60+ semester hours of college level coursework), • A minimum of six semester hours in courses directly related directly to child care , Early Childhood Education, and/or child development (from birth to age six), • Three (3) written character references, • Complete a background check and fingerprinting, • Must be available to work full time between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Schedule coordinated with the Director., • Meets all DCFS licensing requirements, per the Rules 407, including a physical examination which provides evidence that staff are free of communicable disease, including active tuberculosis, and physical or mental conditions that could affect their ability to perform assigned duties, • Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field preferred, • At least one year experience providing care and education for young children in a group childcare setting, • Knowledge of and experience with the Reggio Approach and documentation, • Willingness to develop teaching skills through reflective practice, • Willingness to develop knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice, • Willingness to develop knowledge of DCFS licensing standards

Job DescriptionLocation: Chicago, IL 60609Date Posted: 10/31/2025Category: Education K12Education: Bachelors Degree Our client is seeking a Certified Elementary School Teacher - Chicago, IL. Respond with your resume so we can start a conversation about our client's openings! CLIENT'S REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in teaching or a specialized subject., • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an endorsement in elementary education (grades K-6)., • Familiarity with the Illinois State Learning Standards for elementary education. CLIENT'S REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: • Deliver lessons in subjects such as English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, tailored to the developmental needs of elementary students., • Develop engaging and effective lesson plans that align with state standards and the school curriculum., • Regularly assess students' academic performance through tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement., • Establish and maintain a positive, productive classroom environment that promotes learning, respect, and appropriate behavior. What to expect from Kaleidoscope Education Solutions: • Exceptional compensation, • Compensated weekly, • Flexible schedule that meets your life's balance, • Your own personal connection in our office whenever you need support or have questions!, • Grow professionally by collaborating with experienced & valued therapists., • We are here for you 24/7, • Contracting with Kaleidoscope allows you all of the above and more! KES ADVANTAGES: • Reaching students who may otherwise go without the services they need and deserve., • Establish for maximum scholastic success because of your expertise!, • Develop students' maximum achievement through strong relationships with students and parents., • Instill and reinforce the joy of learning, • Maintain a positive and encouraging classroom environment. About K.E.S. Founded in 1989, Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc. started as a small team of professionals near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Since then, our proven results and dedication have produced exponential nationwide company growth. We additionally have offices in Arizona and service locations in Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington DC, and Wisconsin. Thanks to our clients, parents, and contractors, we now work with teachers and therapists in over 5,000 schools and 700 school districts across the country! Today, Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc. is a nationwide staffing leader in school-based therapy and special education services. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in every student's life. Title: Certified Elementary School TeacherClass: TeacherType: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099Ref. No.: 1294281-11BC: #KES301 Company: Kaleidoscope Education SolutionsContract Contact: Contract Submit ILOffice Email: Phone: 888-829-2477 Office Address: 950 E. Haverford Road, Suite 100B, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 About Us: Kaleidoscope Education Solutions is a referral agency for professionals seeking supplemental K12 education marketplace opportunities. Registering with Kaleidoscope Education Solutions is not a guarantee that opportunities will be available and/or located. All professionals contracting through Kaleidoscope Education Solutions are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.

Job Description We are looking to hire an Infant/Toddler Teacher for our early learning program in Calumet City. The Infant/Toddler Teacher will foster self-esteem, self-confidence, develop competence in self-help skills and those inner controls and language abilities necessary for effective social interaction. We provide a warm nurturing environment that promotes development in all areas; physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and language. If you are passionate about educating young children and creating a positive learning environment, we encourage you to apply us. We offer competitive compensation and a supportive work environment. Grandma Jones is an atmosphere where children are respected, staff are responsible, and parents are always welcome. Main Responsibilities • Ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment., • Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of individual students., • Ability to develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into our 3-5 year old program., • Will promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Infant/Toddler children., • Teachers will maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment., • With the help of the teacher's assistant, complete and submit required forms and records in a timely and accurate fashion, e.g., lesson plans, time sheets, meal reports etc., • Child Development Associate (CDA) – Infant Toddler, • Preferred - Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), • Gateways Infant Toddler credential level 3/ECE Level 5, • Previous experience working with infant and toddler students in an Early Head Start program preferred, • Ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment, • Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of individual students, • Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with childrenCompany DescriptionWe service children 6wks to 12yrs and we are open 6:30am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday.We service children 6wks to 12yrs and we are open 6:30am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Teacher in the Chicago area with an IL credential in a core subject (9-12). The Teacher will have the following responsibilities: • Lesson plans a differentiated curriculum to ensure student success., • Teaches for mastery of the Common Core Standards and is knowledgeable in Single-Subject content area., • Uses assessments and data to influence instruction for student success., • Keeps grade, attendance, and retention records., • Provides targeted interventions for special education students and English Language Learners., • Participates in various community groups or functions, faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops., • Meets with students and parents to discuss student progress and problems., • Participates in related activities, such as student organizations or committees., • Assists with State mandated student testing.Education and Experience:, • BA/BS Degree, • Teaching credential