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Mary Crane Center

Lead Teacher 0-3 (Early Childhood)

$55,000 to $58,000 a year

  • Chicago, IL

Found by HiredNow AI on Oct 9, 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Description

  • $1,500 Sign-On Bonus + Full Benefits + Leadership Role
  • We’re hiring Lead Teachers for our Head Start classrooms.
  • This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading a classroom, supporting a team, and creating a structured, engaging environment where children can thrive.

What You’ll Do as a Lead Teacher

  • Lead and manage a preschool classroom
  • Plan and implement daily lessons using Creative Curriculum
  • Support children’s development across all areas (social, emotional, cognitive)
  • Build strong relationships with families through communication and conferences
  • Supervise and support Assistant Teachers and classroom staff

What You’ll Get

  • $1,500 sign-on bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

A collaborative team environment

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Gateways Level 5 ECE + Infant/Toddler Credential

Strong classroom management and leadership skills

Ability to manage documentation, assessments, and compliance

Why This Role

This is a leadership role within the classroom. You’ll guide both children and staff, with support from leadership and a structured program model.

Apply today to lead a classroom where your work has real impact.

Mary Crane Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law. To request accommodations, please contact 773-242-2881 x2886.

Apply at Mary Crane Center