Lead Teacher (Summer 2026) at Chicago Commons

Are you off for the summer and looking for a temporary teaching assignment Join Chicago Commons for Summer 2026!Chicago Commons is hiring for all four locations:Guadalupano Family Center 1814 S. Paulina Chicago IL 60608Paulo Freire Center 1653 W. 43rd Street Chicago IL 60609Taylor Center for New Experiences 1633 N. Hamlin Chicago IL 60647NIA Family Center 744 N. Monticello Chicago IL 60624At Chicago Commons we believe the Reggio-Inspired approach to learning is one that mirrors our values. The Reggio-inspired approach to education is where children families and teachers work together to create a dynamic and problem-solving approach to learning. Our teachers aim to empower children to explore and learn in a unique environment that encourages childs critical thinking and creativity.Our early childhood program serves as the backbone for many at-risk Chicago communities including West Humboldt Park Pilsen Bronzeville and New City/Back of the Yards. High rates of poverty and limited educational and economic resources impact these neighborhoods.Position SummaryTheâlead teacherâis responsible forâdeveloping a classroom atmosphere where childrenâcan grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space.âCandidates mustâhaveâa passion for creating a safeâand nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education andâtheâability to lead the classroom team.âEducation & Certification RequirementsBachelors Degreeâin Early Childhood Education or related field.âExperience & Training RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to read and write English proficiently.âCandidatesâmust regularly operate a word-processing system and therefore must be able to read produce and transmit data on such a system.âEssential Job Requirements & DutiesContributes to the development of the overall agency and center educational planâLeads classroom teams in creating an atmosphere in which children can grow and develop; develops a classroom environment that is welcoming and emphasizes the importance of the child; includes furnishings and supplies which are attractive durable and developmentally appropriateâIntroduces implements and evaluatesâdevelopmentally appropriate activities for young children including the following activities: Self Image Language/Literacy Development Music and Movement Social Studies Science Math Art Large/Small Motor Activities and In-Depth ProjectsâSupervises and interacts with all childrens activitiesââTrains staff and prepares performance evaluations with the assistance of the Site DirectorâResearches implements and evaluates curriculum methods and classroom management strategiesâResponsible for preparingâclassroom materials in advance of childrens arrival and maintaining a clean classroom environmentâAssists with the responsibility of ordering supplies needed for the programâRecommends maintenance and repairs as neededâDevelops strong partnerships with the familiesâAttends home visits and conducts parent-teacher conference assessment reviewsâParticipates in FamilyâReviews and IFSP/IEP meetingsâLeads the implementation of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy focusing on in-depth studies and classroom explorationsâResponsible for maintaining reports on childrens growth and development for all students in the classroomâConducts weekly team meetingâAttends and participates in parent meetingsâand in-service trainingâPerforms other duties as assigned.âPhysical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform.ââWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to speak and read English proficiently. The employee must regularly operate a word-processing system and therefore must be able to read produce and transmit data on such a system. The employee frequently is required to stand walk reach with hands and arms and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range.âWorking Conditions:(The unavoidable externally imposed conditions under which the work must be performed and which create hardship for the incumbent including the frequency and duration of occurrence of physical demands environmental conditions demands on ones senses and mental demands.)To learn more about Chicago Commons benefits package please click HERE. Key Skills Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1