Lead Teachers - New School

The Gardner School; Bannockburn; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School is opening a new preschool in Bannockburn, IL and is hiring for founding team Lead Teacher. Join to shape early childhood learning with engaging lessons and a focus on safety and joy.

You'll mentor assistant teachers, build strong relationships with families, plan developmentally appropriate activities, and help ensure a warm, professional environment aligned with our core values. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with professional development

Qualifications

• Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• CDA or Associates with 6 credits in Early Childhood Education; Bachelor’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model core values.
• Build meaningful relationships with families and children.
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment.

Skills

CPR and First Aid

English fluency

Administrative skills

Education

CDA or Associates Degree in ECE with 6 credits

Bachelor's degree in Elementary or ECE

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Join the Founding Team at Our Brand-New Preschool in Bannockburn, IL!

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Gardner School is opening a new, state-of-the-art preschool in Bannockburn, IL early winter, and we’re HIRING NOW for passionate educators and leaders. APPLY NOW to join our founding team as a Lead Teacher!

If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in the lives of children and parents, The Gardner School is the place for you.

About Our New School

Our Bannockburn campus will feature:

• Purposefully designed classrooms with the latest in ECE tools and technology
• Dedicated enrichment and STEM spaces
• A warm, engaging, and professional environment built on our core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Making a Difference

What You’ll Do As a Lead Teacher

• Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence
• Mentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference
• Build meaningful relationships with families and children
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $18.70-$22.00 per hour, based on education and experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, access to our company-sponsored CDA program, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience (Required)
• CDA, or Associates Degree with at least 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education (required); Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education or related degree, with at least 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education (preferred).

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in an Early Childhood Education setting (Required)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) (Required).
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required)
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required)

Physical Demands

• Frequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants of 10 to 60 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently, sufficient to communicate effectively with students, families, and staff, implement curriculum and safety procedures, and complete written reports.
• Ability to operate computer, phone, and other office equipment as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.