Early Childhood Educator / Preschool Teacher in Illinois

ECE teachers and directors shape the development of children from birth through age 8. Directors and lead teachers with CDA credentials are in high demand, especially as the US government pushes for universal pre-K programs.

$42,097 IL Median Salary
15% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Early Childhood Educator / Preschool Teacher Salary in Illinois

Estimated salary range for Early Childhood Educator / Preschool Teachers in Illinois, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$28,000
Median
$42,097
Experienced
$57,000

🎓 Early Childhood Educator / Preschool Teacher Licensing in Illinois

Credential required: CDA (Child Development Associate) — industry standard entry

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Illinois state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Early Childhood Educator / Preschool Teacher Programs in Illinois

Community College
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City Colleges of Chicago

📍 Chicago, IL

Seven-college system serving Chicago with over 80,000 students. 16 career clusters. Kennedy-King, Olive-Harvey, Wilbur W...

Nursing (RN)LPNCNADental HygieneRadiologic Technology
Community College
⭐ 92

College of DuPage

📍 Glen Ellyn, IL

Largest single-campus community college in Illinois. 250+ career and technical degrees and certificates. 79 career pathw...

Nursing (RN)LPNCNADental HygieneRadiologic Technology
Community College
⭐ 91

Triton College

📍 River Grove, IL

Serving western Chicago suburbs. Exceptional healthcare programs with ACEN-accredited nursing. HVAC stackable certificat...

Nursing (RN)LPNCNARadiologic TechnologySurgical Tech

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