Posted August 29, 2026
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Chesterbrook Academy
Joliet, Illinois 60404, United States
Full-Time
51000.00 - 61000.00
Reference: 3163203932
Chesterbrook Academy seeks a caring, organized Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to create an engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom for 4-5-year-olds. In this role, you will plan and deliver academically rich lessons that blend structured learning with play, support social-emotional growth, and maintain a safe, inclusive environment. You will assess student progress, communicate regularly with families, and collaborate closely with fellow teachers and staff. Chesterbrook Academy offers strong training, professional growth, and a supportive, child-centered culture dedicated to nurturing each child's unique potential.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate pre-kindergarten curriculum blending play and structured learning
- Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive classroom environment for 4-5-year-olds
- Support children's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Assess and document student progress using observations and basic assessments
- Communicate regularly with families about student growth and classroom activities
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to align curriculum and share best practices
- Implement classroom management strategies that promote positive behavior
- Maintain classroom safety, cleanliness, and adherence to school policies
- Participate in professional development and training opportunities
- Contribute to school events and family engagement activities
Required Skills
- Curriculum planning for early childhood
- Classroom management
- Early childhood assessment and observation
- Parent and family communication
- Child development knowledge (ages 4-5)
- Lesson planning and documentation
- Classroom safety and supervision
- Collaboration with teaching teams
- Basic technology for classroom and communication
- Behavior guidance strategies
