Assistant Toddler and Preschool Teachers

The Gardner School; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 29.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

The Gardner School of River North in Chicago is seeking an Assistant Toddler and Preschool Teacher. You will assist the Lead Teacher with implementing age-appropriate curriculum, provide nurturing guidance, and uphold The Gardner School’s values in a loving, professional classroom environment.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, 401(k) with company match, tuition discount, paid holidays, and ongoing professional development

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent (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.

Aufgaben

• 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 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.

Kenntnisse

Childcare experience

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma

CPR/First Aid certification

Jobbeschreibung

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 River North!

We have an exciting opportunity for Assistant Toddler and Preschool Teachers working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of River North, 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
• 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 :

• High school diploma or equivalent (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.
• 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.
• 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 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.