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EFFINGHAM COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #40 EFFINGHAM, ILLINOIS POSTING OF VACANCIES at Little Hearts Early Childhood Center Early Childhood Instructor and Early Childhood Teacher’s Assistant PART-TIME And FULL-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE Deadline to Apply: July 7, 2026 Requirements: ● Must be physically able to perform the job of an Early Childhood Teacher, including able to lift children and/or equipment up to 50 pounds; able to stoop, bend, sit, and stand for extended periods of time; able to move quickly ● Must have a warm, supportive attitude towards children; be reliable ● Must be flexible and have adaptability skills; accept feedback and constructive criticism; willing to perform other duties as assigned. Early Childhood Instructor Minimum Qualifications: ● Minimum of 30 hours of college coursework with a minimum of 6 hours of ECE, including child development or a CDA credential ● Experience with young children Responsibilities: ● Establish a safe, healthy learning environment in cooperation with the Lead Teacher; Advance physical and intellectual competence in cooperation with the Lead Teacher; Support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance; Establish positive and productive relationships with families; Ensure a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participants’ needs; Maintain a commitment to professionalism Salary: • Starting Salary $17.75, depending on experience and qualifications • Benefits: https://www.unit40.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4374245&type=d&pREC_ID=2576380 Early Childhood Teacher’s Assistant Minimum Qualifications: ● High School diploma ● Some college coursework preferred ● Experience with young children Responsibilities: ● Assist teachers to establish a safe, healthy learning environment; Assist teachers to advance physical and intellectual competence; Assist teachers to support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance; Assist teachers to establish positive and productive relationships with families; Assist teachers to ensure a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participants’ needs; Maintain a commitment to professionalism Salary: • Starting Salary $17.50, depending on experience and qualifications • Benefits: https://www.unit40.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4374245&type=d&pREC_ID=2576380 To apply, please submit: cover letter, resume, and application to: Andrew D. Johnson, Superintendent, Effingham CUSD #40 2803 S. Banker, PO Box 130, Effingham, IL 62401, or submit electronically to [email protected]. Application and email address can be found at the above address or www.unit40.org.