Assistant Preschool Teacher — Growth & Benefits

The Gardner School; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career growth

Job summary

The Gardner School is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support our early childhood program at The Gardner School of Yorktown. You will assist with leading age-appropriate activities, guide children’s emotional and social development, and reflect our core values in daily practice.

You’ll collaborate with a professional team, maintain a safe classroom, and engage with families to ensure consistent care and learning experiences for children from 6 weeks through 5 years old.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; AA in ECE or related preferred; or CDA preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Child engagement

Attendance

Relationship building

PC skills

Education

High School Diploma

AA in ECE or related

CDA

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Gardner School is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support our early childhood program at The Gardner School of Yorktown. You will assist with leading age-appropriate activities, guide children’s emotional and social development, and reflect our core values in daily practice.

You’ll collaborate with a professional team, maintain a safe classroom, and engage with families to ensure consistent care and learning experiences for children from 6 weeks through 5 years old.