Assistant Teacher

The Gardner School; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gardner School seeks an Assistant Teacher committed to fostering a nurturing environment for children. In this full-time role, you will ensure children's safety, develop relationships with families, and implement educational policies. Ideal candidates will have or be pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education with practical experience in a similar role.

Benefits

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401k/Roth plan with company matching

Opportunities for internal promotions

Qualifications

• One year professional experience required.
• Loving and nurturing personality essential.
• Intermediate PC skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Greet each child by name and acknowledge parents during drop off and pick up.
• Ensure the safety of each child.
• Read and implement all policies and procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education

Job description

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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.

The Gardner School is a state-of-the-art, educational program for young children and their families. We have a supportive environment for staff with competitive pay and benefits. Ideal candidates will have some college education and some experience with young children.

Responsibilities

• Greet each child by name and acknowledge parents during drop off and pick up times daily.
• Ensure the safety of each child.
• Maintain confidentiality of school directives, curriculum and software.
• Read, understand and implement all policies and procedures of The Gardner School and all State Licensing Agencies.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with the parents and coworkers.
• Advise the Director or Assistant Director of any supplies needed for the upcoming months.
• Follow the standards set forth for the conduct and responsibilities of all staff members who come in contact with children.
  
  

Perks For Our Teachers

• Paid vacation, holidays, birthday, and personal time.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401k/Roth plan with the company matching
• We strongly believe in promoting from within, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to grow within our privately-owned company.
  
  

Assistant Teacher Desired Skills And Experience

• One year professional experience
• Must love working with children and have a loving and nurturing personality.
• Excellent communication skills, including personal face-to-face communications with parents, staff, and children.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer literacy required.
  
  

Assistant Teacher Minimum Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education or related degree preferred.
• Intermediate PC skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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