Infant Teacher

Springboard to Success: Join our team for a dynamic career in early childhood development

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Infant Teacher to join our faith-based organization's, Shepherd’s Flock. As an Infant Teacher, you will play a crucial role in fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young children. You will have the opportunity to integrate your teaching skills with the values and principles of our faith-based organization, providing children with a well-rounded educational experience.

Shepherd’s Flock Intergenerational Child Care Center was established in 1997. The center provides professional childcare and developmentally appropriate education in a faith-filled environment. Teacher-child relationships are geared to provide an atmosphere of love and understanding while emphasizing the welfare and personality development of each child and their family.

Shift Available

Full-time: 7 AM - 10:30 AM

Benefits:

• Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
• 403 Retirement plan and matching
• Tickets-at-Work - Discount sporting events and travel
• Team Member Assistance Program - Confidential and comprehensive support programs
• WellBeing Programs / Vacation /PTO
• 365 Program for new team member development

Responsibilities

• Create a Professional Development plan and attend twenty (20) clock hours of in-service training per year to meet that plan.
• Apply for Credentials through INCCRRA and complete necessary training and education to complete credentials and then continue trainings to maintain them.
• Communicate daily with parents.
• Prepare and instruct developmentally appropriate lessons plans that meet the learning standards and provide modifications to meet the individual needs of every child.
• Implement educational experiences that promote growth spiritually, cognitively, emotionally, socially and physically and are developmentally appropriate.

365 Program:

Lutheran Life Communities has a unique program called “365” which focuses on the integration of new team members to develop them into their roles and communities.

Grace in Action Culture Program:

Grace in Action defines the high standards, collaborative behaviors and positive attitude necessary to deliver exceptional service across all generations. Team members will be empowered to serve and be recognized for their exceptional service, drive and motivation! Before the end of the year, every team member will experience a full Grace in Action Orientation leading us to a stronger and more successful tomorrow.

Requirements

• At least a two-year degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Teacher experience is preferred.
• Must meet all state (DCFS) qualification requirements for a licensed Child Care facility.

EEOC Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind, We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.