Substitute Daycare Teacher (Multiple Locations)

Little Learner Children’s Academy is a privately-owned childcare center dedicated to providing a nurturing, engaging, and inspiring environment for young children. We believe in hands-on exploration and child-centered learning that fosters growth, creativity, and curiosity.

At the heart of our mission are our core values:

• Learning – We are passionate about continuous learning for both children and educators.
• Loyalty – We build strong, lasting relationships with our families, staff, and community.
• Caring – We create a supportive, loving environment where every child feels safe and valued.
• Adventurous – We encourage curiosity and exploration in every learning experience.

Join us in making a meaningful impact—nurture potential, inspire confidence, and help shape bright futures at Little Learner Children’s Academy.

Title: Substitute Daycare Teacher

Salary Range:  $15.00 - $19.00  per hour (based on education and experience)

Monday to Friday

Shifts from: 6:30am-5:30pm
Location: Bolingbrook, Crest Hill, Minooka and Yorkville

We are looking for Substitute Teachers to help implement lesson plans based on the development needs of the children. Substitute Teachers will provide a safe and nurturing environment and follow the daily schedule. Substitute Teachers model technical excellence by providing high quality childcare and learning.

Responsibilities:

• Implements and supervises curriculum and age-appropriate activities for children
• Ensures the program cultivates the age-appropriate social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of children
• Maintains confidentiality of all oral, written and observed information 
  
• Must work a minimum of 2 days per month 
• Must be able to travel between centers and have a minimum coverage area of two schools
• Provide monthly availability 

Job Requirements:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Qualifying coursework, a degree in early childhood education or child development, or a CDA (Child Development Associate certification)
• Teacher qualifications from the state of Illinois per DCFS Standards
• Experience working in a licensed childcare facility (preferred)
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• A passion for working with children

Benefits of Substitute Teacher:

• Flexibility and work-life balance 
• Expand your teaching skills 
• Networking and career advancement
• Making a difference in children's lives

Little Learner Children’s Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family medical history, marital status, military membership or veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other factor covered by applicable federal, state and local laws. Little Learner Children’s Academy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This Policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.