<p>Duties</p> <ul> <li>Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times assigned. </li><li>Plans a play-based instructional program that meets the individual needs and abilities of the students. </li><li>Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. </li><li>Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. </li><li>Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures, and maintains order in a fair and consistent manner. </li><li>Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor. </li><li>Guides the learning process toward the achievement of IEP goals, establishes clear objectives for all learning activities, and communicates these objectives to students. </li><li>Strives to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. </li><li>Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. </li><li>Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs. </li><li>Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. </li><li>Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. </li><li>Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. </li><li>Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers. </li><li>Strives to maintain and improve professional competence. </li><li>Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees. </li><li>Selects learning content congruent with the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards and individual student IEPs. </li><li>Demonstrates employee responsibilities in completing duties accurately and promptly. </li><li>Develops instructional goals and objectives. </li><li>Develops and maintains Individual Education Programs following established regulations by IDEA. </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned by the Building Principal. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Illinois Professional Educator License with an Early Childhood endorsement </li><li>Has or is willing to obtain the Learning Behavior Specialist and English as a Second Language Endorsements </li></ul> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <ul> <li>FEA Collective Bargaining Agreement </li><li>2026-2027 Salary Schedule </li><li>Full benefits package </li><li>Tuition Reimbursement </li><li>Paid time off </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li></ul> <p>Additional Notes</p> <p>POSITION SUMMARY:</p> <p>The Early Childhood Teacher / Preschool Teacher provides a supportive, engaging play-based educational environment to meet the needs of children aged 3-5 within a blended preschool classroom.</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>https://www.applitrack.com/fremont/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1290</p> <p>School District</p> <p>https://www.fsd79.org</p> <p>Position Website</p> <p>https://www.applitrack.com/fremont/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1290</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>District Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>4/11/2026</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>5/29/2026</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>8/17/2026</p> <p>Email for More Information</p> <p>kobrien@fsd79.org</p>