Lead Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5)

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with a minimum of 24 hours of Early Childhood Education classes required.
• Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Early Childhood Education Level 5 Credential required and Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Level 5 Credential required.
• A minimum of two years working with children and/or families required.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL) required or must be obtained within 24 months of employment.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Three scheduled weeks of paid time off each year (Spring, Summer, Winter)
• Additional flexible paid leave that accrues based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) with match