Assistant Infant Teacher

TGS Holdings, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Insurance (health, dental, vision)

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

The Gardner School Bucktown is seeking an Assistant Infant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher with curriculum, routines, and child development in a vibrant preschool setting.

We value nurturing staff who engage actively with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with a professional team. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered as part of a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Proficient with general administrative tasks.
• Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Offer nurturing guidance that supports each child’s emotional and behavioral development.
• Model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom by supporting routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to ensure consistency and support across classrooms.
• Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Attendance

Communication

Administrative tasks

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PC skills

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. We're Hiring! Join our team as an Assistant Teacher at The Gardner School of Bucktown! We have an exciting opportunity for Assistant Infant Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Bucktown, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities that align with each child’s developmental needs.
• Offer nurturing guidance that supports each child’s emotional and behavioral development.
• Model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference Maintain respectful, supportive relationships with parents and families.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe classroom by supporting daily routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to ensure consistency and support across classrooms.
• Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $17.40-$21.50 per hour, based on education and experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• childcare tuition discount
• paid holidays
• professional development opportunities
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: High school diploma (required).
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Experience: 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements: Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required)
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Passion for early childhood education and a nurturing, joyful approach to care.
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required)
• Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs.
• Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of a classroom leadership including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships.
• Interest in growing within a supportive, mission-driven preschool environment.
• 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.

The Gardner School provides children with a nurturing start for a successful future with a premier preschool experience for children.

Built on decades of expertise, we promise to provide a school community that is safe, purposeful, and enriching.

This commitment is fulfilled through the efforts of our engaged team members, the growth of thriving children, and the satisfaction of happy families.

Together we provide exceptional care and education differentiated by our people, program, and promise.