Preschool Teacher Jobs in Hoffman Estates, IL

A Preschool Teacher plays a crucial role in elementary education, providing early childhood education and care to children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. They are responsible for creating lesson plans and curricula focused on different areas of child development, such as language, motor, and social skills. They use games, storytelling, arts and crafts, music, and physical activities to engage children and make learning fun. Preschool Teachers also monitor and assess a child's progress, while ensuring a safe and comfortable learning environment.

Preschool Teachers should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and co-workers. They should be patient, creative, and have the ability to inspire and motivate children. A degree in early childhood education is typically required. They also need to have specific certifications like a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) credentials. Before becoming a Preschool Teacher, individuals might work as a childcare worker, teacher's aide, or even as a nanny, which offers valuable experience in managing and caring for children.

1-15 of 41 Jobs

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Melrose Park, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Childhood Education/Child Development from birth to age 6 or an equivalent Child Development Associate Certification (CDA)....

25-26 SY - Pre-School Teacher - St. James - Arlington Heights - VIC. I

  • Arlington Heights, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Visit School Website Catholic Schools Search The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of...

Part Time Preschool Teacher at Arnold Adreani Elementary

  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements\n Approved state trainer (preferred)\n 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)\n Bachelor's degree in...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Long Grove, IL (6 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Long Grove, IL (6 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 3 days ago

MLBC Keywords: Daycare, Preschool Teacher, Daycare Assistant, Teacher Assistant, Teacher, Child Care, Assistant Teacher, Paraprofessional, Daycare Teacher, Early Childhood Education Compensation: $17.00...

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 4 days ago

childhood education (or a related field) is preferred, with at least 6 credit hours in child development....

Pre-K Teacher - LAKE (C)

  • Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Childhood Education and you have an Illinois State Board of Education Teaching Certificate (PEL or ELS APE) and Birth - 3rd Grade Endorsement or a Gateway level 5....

Early Childhood Teacher (.5 FTE / Afternoon) 2025-2026 SY

  • Elmwood Park, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elmwood Park, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Openings as of 7/26/2025 Early Childhood Teacher (.5 FTE / Afternoon) 2025-2026 SY JobID: 2428 Position Type: Elementary School Positions/Early Childhood Teacher Date Posted: 7/23/2025...

Part time preschool teacher needed for 25 hours weekly in Blue Ribbon Catholic school in Barrington....

Lead Childcare Teacher

  • Elmhurst, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Substitute Preschool Teacher

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 15 days ago

The Preschool Substitute Teacher is responsible for helping the lead teacher complete daily routines and schedules for the Preschool programs in a manner that contributes to the child's well-being,...

Pre-Preschool Teacher

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 15 days ago

Education/Experience A.A in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education preferred. Must have 1 year teaching experience...

Preschool Teachers Assistant

  • River Grove, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • River Grove, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 19 days ago

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Lead Early Childhood Teacher

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Two's Lead Childcare Teacher

  • Kildeer, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kildeer, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids!...

Preschool Teacher Aide

  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

as other paraprofessionals and building staff as they attend to preschool students' physical, personal, academic, social and emotional needs....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Hoffman Estates, IL

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Hoffman Estates, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
High School or GED
6.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Preschool Teachers in Hoffman Estates, IL
Less than 1 year
34.7%
1-2 years
32.5%
None
16.2%
2-4 years
13.8%
4-6 years
2.8%


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