Posted July 28, 2026
Lead Teacher for PreK Classroom - Full Time - Immediate Start
Celebree School of Northbrook
Northbrook, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
About Us
Celebree School of Northbrook is a new childhood education center serving children from 6 weeks to 5 years old.
We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate lead teacher for our PreK room.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage a classroom in compliance with Illinois DCFS licensing requirements
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and daily routines
- Foster secure attachments through responsive, nurturing care
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers in the classroom
- Observe, document, and support infant developmental milestones
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families
- Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation procedures are followed
What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience working with in a licensed childcare setting
- Meets Illinois DCFS qualifications for Lead Teacher (education and experience)
- Strong understanding of early childhood development and best practices
- Warm, patient, and nurturing teaching style
- Dependable, organized, and confident in classroom leadership
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
If you’re passionate about childcare and ready to take a leadership role in a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.
- 401(k)
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Training & development
About Us
Celebree School of Northbrook is a new childhood education center serving children from 6 weeks to 5 years old.
We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate lead teacher for our PreK room.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage a classroom in compliance with Illinois DCFS licensing requirements
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and daily routines
- Foster secure attachments through responsive, nurturing care
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers in the classroom
- Observe, document, and support infant developmental milestones
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families
- Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation procedures are followed
What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience working with in a licensed childcare setting
- Meets Illinois DCFS qualifications for Lead Teacher (education and experience)
- Strong understanding of early childhood development and best practices
- Warm, patient, and nurturing teaching style
- Dependable, organized, and confident in classroom leadership
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
If you’re passionate about childcare and ready to take a leadership role in a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.
