Careers

Employment Opportunities

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children every day?

Apply now to join our team and become their superhero!

Want a career in childcare?

Our team will help you develop and pursue your long-term professional goals.

Our high-quality operation would not be possible without our wonderful staff who bring passion, creativity, and warmth to our classrooms every day. They work hard to nurture and inspire our students, helping them to learn and grow. They are also committed to our vision of creating a loving and safe environment for our children.

Benefits and Beyond:

Health Insurance: We offer a Platinum HMO health insurance plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois.

Opportunity for advancement: Both of our directors were promoted in-house from their teaching positions! If you show enough drive and interest, we would be happy to consider you for advancement in our company.

Retirement Plan: When you contribute a portion of your salary to a SIMPLE IRA, IPELC/IPITC also contributes a 3% match on your behalf.

Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time are provided to help our staff create a positive work-life balance.

Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive wages and increases.

Tuition Discount: Save on your own childcare! Eligible staff members receive a tuition discount for each child enrolled in one of our schools.

Career Development: We offer paid training, tuition assistance for higher education, and much more.

Annual Raises: Merit raises are given each year to staff members who exemplify our standards of quality care for our children.

Employee Assistance Program: We want our employees to be happy and healthy so we provide support and guidance through a comprehensive health and wellness program. A range of services and resources are offered to assist employees with personal and/or work-related problems.

Staff Appreciation Days: Go Team! Our wonderful team of caregivers, educators and administrators are celebrated on special designated days throughout the year for their dedication to IPELC.

Employee Perks and Discounts through LifeMart/ADP: Our employees save time and money by taking advantage of great offers and discounts on everyday needs such as cell phones, gym membership, restaurants, and travel.