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posted: 11/02/2026

Categories: Child Care, Education, Other

P/T Early Childhood Instructor | Little Hearts Early Childhood Center

EFFINGHAM COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #40, EFFINGHAM, ILLINOIS

POSTING OF VACANCY at Little Hearts Early Childhood Center

Part-Time Early Childhood Instructor

Deadline to Apply: November 16, 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.

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

To apply, please submit:

• cover letter
• resume
• application

To:
Andrew D. Johnson, Superintendent
Effingham CUSD #40
2803 S. Banker, PO Box 130,
Effingham, IL 62401

Ph: 217-540-1502 or submit electronically to employment@unit40.org.

Application can be found on the website: www.unit40.org