Early Childhood Preschool Teachers & Teacher Assistants - Full-time / Part-time

Known for its academic programming, Kensington School offers a variety of early childhood programs at its nine locations in Naperville, South Naperville, Wheaton, Geneva, St. Charles, LaGrange, LaGrange Highlands, Western Springs and Elmhurst. As we expand our staff, we seek applicants for administrative and classroom positions at various locations. Join a growing organization with an established reputation for excellent early childhood education! Kensington Schools are family owned private schools that provide early education with half day and full day preschool programs, full day kindergarten, infant and toddler care and before and after school programs. See www.kensingtonschool.com for more information about Kensington School! Directors in Training A director's responsibilities include managing the total operations of a large, multi-faceted early childhood program and fostering a nurturing environment for children, families and staff members. Qualified candidates must have experience in early childhood education or related field, be director qualified by DCFS with at least 18 credit hours in early childhood education and must have previous teaching early childhood experience. Teachers Part-time and full-time teaching positions working with two through five-year-olds. Candidates must be experienced in early childhood education, elementary education, child and family studies or a related field, and have experience working with young children. Coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus. Infant and Toddler Caregivers Part-time and full-time positions. Must have experience working with infants and toddlers and enjoy the care and nurturing of our youngest children, ages two months to twenty-four months. Teacher Assistants Part-time positions are available. Candidates must have their high school diploma and experience working with young children. What Kensington Offers We offer a supportive environment for staff members, combining the warmth of a smaller, family-owned business with the resources of a larger corporation. Educators enjoy beautifully equipped classrooms, a strong academic curriculum base, and an exciting team spirit with fellow staff members. • Paid vacation, holiday & personal days • 3 paid staff development days • Paid staff meetings • Educational assistance (through partnership with Rasmussen College) • CDA assistance • Childcare discount • ATT corporate discount • Computer purchase discount • Health insurance (for approved employees) • Life insurance (for approved employees) • Workers compensation insurance key words: teacher, teaching, preschool, childcare, child care, daycare, day care, child development associate, early childhood teacher, early childhood educator, training, full-time, part-time