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Employment

"I've learned more from my colleagues than I have at any point in my own education and professional development. They inspire me and make me better." -- Current LFCDS Teacher

Working at Lake Forest Country Day is not only a challenging endeavor, but also a rewarding and fulfilling experience as a whole. Our faculty and staff resemble hard-working professionals who dedicate great time and effort toward educating the whole student, enhancing the School's community spirit, and maintaining faculty-parent transparency.

We provide our employees with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and continued support for professional development.

The following opportunities are currently available at Lake Forest Country Day School:

Opportunities

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1st STEP Assistant Teacher

1st STEP Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood Program, Ages 2–3)
Lake Forest Country Day School (LFCDS) is seeking a dedicated 1st STEP Assistant Teacher to guide our youngest learners, ages 2–3, in a nurturing, developmentally responsive environment.
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1st STEP Lead Teacher

1st STEP Lead Teacher (Early Childhood Program, Ages 2–3)
Lake Forest Country Day School (LFCDS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced 1st STEP Lead Teacher to guide our youngest learners, ages 2–3, in a nurturing, developmentally responsive environment.
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Extended School Day Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Extended School Day Assistant to join our dynamic team. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our school program in a Pre-K-8 environment and ensuring a positive and nurturing environment for young learners after the school day. The successful candidate will assist in the classroom, facilitate smooth transitions, and serve as an assistant on the Extended School Program team.
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Lower School Teacher

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of teaching or related experience. Coursework leading towards a graduate degree or completion of a graduate degree preferred. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with grade-level partners and the Lower School team, have in-depth knowledge and understanding of elementary education, and support the educational program by challenging and engaging students.
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Substitute Teachers

Lake Forest Country Day School
Lake Forest, Illinois

LFCDS welcomes resumes from individuals interested in substitute teaching in our Early Chlldhood Development (Preschool, Junior, and Senior Kindergarten), Lower (1–4), and Upper (5–8) Schools during the current academic year. Candidates should submit a resume along with a cover letter that includes an indication of the specific grade levels and/or subject areas in which they would like to be considered.
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Internships

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Designer-in-Residence Internship

Lake Forest Country Day School seeks a Junior or Senior undergraduate student for a semester-long unpaid internship based out of our Innovation Space. The ideal candidate is an expert in their area of design (physical, digital, or otherwise!) and is comfortable with sharing their expertise across the LFCDS community.
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Innovation Advancement Internship

Lake Forest Country Day School seeks a Junior or Senior undergraduate student for a semester-long unpaid internship based out of our Technology Department. The ideal candidate is interested in a career in marketing or development.
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Non-Profit Data Integration Specialist Internship

Lake Forest Country Day School seeks a Junior or Senior undergraduate student for a semester-long “Non-Profit Data Integration Specialist” unpaid internship based out of our Informational Technology Office. The ideal candidate is an expert in data analysis with a strong ability to communicate information.
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