Westminster Cooperative Preschool

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Westminster Cooperative Preschool has provided a unique learning experience ​for young children in Springfield, Illinois for over 40 years! Our program was founded by families who wanted to play an important role in their children's first school experience. The opportunity to participate in your child's early education continues to set our program apart today. 

Classes

We offer half-day classes for children from 2 1/2 to 5 years old.

Curriculum

Our play-based program is based on the Illinois Early Learning Standards and enriches children's social-emotional, cognitive, language and physical development.
Our curriculum is not faith-based. We welcome children and families of all backgrounds and faiths.

Family Participation

 Each family in our cooperative shares their time and talent to support the program.

Enroll

If you are interested in becoming a member of our co-op, please read more about us on the Enroll page.
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We are committed to providing a high quality preschool experience. Westminster Cooperative Preschool is the only privately operated preschool in the Springfield area that has been accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Our program has been accredited since 2005.
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We're Hiring!

Westminster Cooperative Preschool is in need of a Part-Time Assistant Director/Teacher for its morning classes. We seek individuals who are looking to join a community-minded, play-based, parent-directed, early childhood education environment. The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Child Development or equivalent and experience in a classroom setting.  Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday through Friday, Labor Day to Memorial Day. Additional hours for classroom prep, special events, fundraisers, and Board meetings.

Please send cover letter, resume, and references to the Attention of WCP Teacher Search Committee at director@westminster-preschool.org. Screening will begin Tuesday, May 26, 2020, until filled.

​For questions regarding the position, please contact the Westminster Preschool Board Chair Lindsey Selinger at (217) 502-2838.