Early Childhood

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher (Early Childhood)Date Posted: 7/1/2025Location: Dolton School District 149ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCYPOSITION: Early Childhood TeacherREPORTS TO: Building PrincipalEVALUATION: Evaluated by the Principal / Assistant PrincipalThe teacher shall be evaluated by the building principal or designated Assistant Principal. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the agreement between The Board of Education and the Professional Negotiations Agreement (PNA).WORK DAY: Elementary school workday begins at 8:50 am and ends at 3:40 pm. The General Education Teacher will receive a 30-minute duty free lunch, a designated planning period.WORK YEAR: 180 workdaysSICK DAYS: 10 daysPERSONAL DAYS: 2 daysSALARY RANGE: In accordance with experience and the PNA ContractRange $49,437.00 - $66,785QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an Early Childhood Endorsement (Birth Grade 2). Preferred qualifications include experience working with young learners in an early childhood setting and knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIESProvide developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards.Plan and implement engaging lessons that support students' cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.Create a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environment.Monitor and assess student progress using developmentally appropriate assessment tools.Maintain accurate student records and documentation.Collaborate with administrators, specialists, and support staff to support student learning.Communicate regularly with families regarding student development and progress.Support classroom routines that encourage independence, cooperation, and positive behavior.Participate in required professional development and school meetings.Perform additional duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.APPLICATION:Complete the application on our district website, , using AppliTrack. Contact Dr. LaTonya Applewhite, Director of Human Resources, with questions at [email protected] District 149 considers applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.Attachment(s):Early Childhood Teacher.docx

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