Assistant Teacher – Preschool (Growth & Impact)

The Gardner School; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School of Schaumburg is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher with age-appropriate curriculum and daily activities. The role emphasizes nurturing guidance, teamwork, and strong relationships with families in a state-of-the-art preschool environment.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid certification, and at least 1 year of experience with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Sponsorship is not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required 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 attendance and ability to lift up to ~60 lbs.

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

Assist Lead Teacher

Emotional development support

Team collaboration

Parent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

PC skills

Job description

The Gardner School of Schaumburg is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher with age-appropriate curriculum and daily activities. The role emphasizes nurturing guidance, teamwork, and strong relationships with families in a state-of-the-art preschool environment.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid certification, and at least 1 year of experience with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Sponsorship is not required.