Lango, a
foreign-language program, is seeking Spanish teachers for Preschool age
children to be taught at various locations around the Chicago Area.
Experience in a preschool setting, or early childhood coursework
required. This is an excellent opportunity for parents, retired teachers and
students studying education and looking for a PART-TIME position. We provide
training and all teaching materials.
Teachers must be energetic, high energy, outgoing and eager to
engage children through fast-paced dynamic and interactive games, movement and
music-based classes. A high level of comfort with dramatic play, puppets and
physical activities is a must for this job.
Responsibilities:
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Teach dynamic, active, play-based immersion classes (minimal English is
spoken) to
Preschool age learners 3-5 years old
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Communicate with parents regarding children's
progress
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Use feedback gained in teaching these classes
to further develop and improve lesson plans and delivery.
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Check email daily
Required
Qualifications:
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Fluency in the target language – teachers
must be native speakers or fully fluent with no discernible accent.
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Experience teaching young children,
preferably in a language context
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Incredibly energetic and dramatic; an
outgoing personality, high level of enthusiasm, self-confidence are a must for
this position!
Preferred
Qualifications/Skills:
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Early childhood coursework
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Experience in Preschool setting
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Good Communication Skills, comfortable
talking with parents about their children’s progress
Other Beneficial
Qualifications:
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Experience with children’s theatre, music or
art
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Crafting and games experience
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Singing, dancing, or theatre acting
experience
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Camp counselor experience
Hours and Compensation:
Preschool classes are held in the late morning and late afternoon.
This is a part-time teaching
opportunity. The number of classes you teach will depend on your
availability. Hours typically range from 2 – 6 hours a week. This job is ideal
for anyone with a part-time or flexible schedule. There is opportunity to
increase hours with improved performance and consistent reliability. Because of
the training and commitments to schools, preference is given to teachers who
can commit for the school year or longer.
Pay starts at $25-$30 and is determined based on:
1) Experience
2) Hours available to teach classes
3) Coursework/ Education Background
4) Availability to attend classes throughout the area we cover
5) Flexibility and Skill in working with Multiple Age Groups.
Please visit our website to learn more about our program, www.langokids.com . If you are interested,
email a resume as well as a brief email detailing your interest and experience
working with kids and the times you are available to teach Monday through
Saturdays to Jessie@langochicago.com .
We look forward to hearing from you!
Jessie Schook, Program Manager
