Youth Development Lead Teacher

Posted time August 18, 2026 Location Bloomington Job type Part-time
  • Program: Young Wonders Youth Development
  • Salary: $18.50/hour
  • Hours: 25
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.–9 a.m. AND 2:45 p.m.–5:30 p.m.

The Youth Development Lead Teacher is responsible for planning educational activities for a diverse group of children ages 5-12 years old, which includes embedding our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women, at the before- and after- school program throughout McLean County. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for building and maintaining open communication with child care families. Other duties will include opening and closing the building, ordering food and supplies, and cleaning the area.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have a minimum of 30 hours of college credit, 12 hours of which must be related to school-age children, child development, elementary education, and physical education, recreation, camping or related fields.
  • Ability to work well with children and adults.
  • Experience working with school-age children in a program setting preferred
  • Must meet DCFS qualifications for a school-age worker.
  • Proficiency in English required. Proficient in at least one other language helpful.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills required.