Lead Infant Teacher

The Gardner School; Lombard (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School is seeking a Lead Infant Teacher in Lombard, IL to lead an infant classroom with warmth and excellence. You will model The Gardner School’s core values, plan engaging, developmentally appropriate activities, and work closely with families to support each child’s growth.

Join a passionate team with competitive pay, health benefits, 401(k) company match, and tuition discounts. The role emphasizes safety, professional development, and a collaborative, mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associate's degree with ECE credits (required).
• Bachelor’s in ECE or related field with EC credits (preferred).
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire an infant classroom with care and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model core values.
• Build strong relationships with families and children.
• Plan developmentally appropriate, engaging lessons and maintain safety.

Skills

Early childhood education experience

Lead classroom experience

Mentor assistant teachers

Strong relationship building

Education

CDA or Associate's degree in ECE

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

CPR/First Aid certification

Work authorization in the U.S.

Job description

## Lead Infant TeacherApply: Lombard, IL: Full time: Posted 8 Days Ago: JR103062It'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 a **Lead Infant Teacher** at **The Gardner School of Yorktown!**We have an exciting opportunity for a **Lead Infant Teacher** working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At **The Gardner School of Yorktown**, 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:*** Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence* Mentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference* Build meaningful relationships with families and children* Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity* Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment**What We Offer:*** **Competitive Pay:** The starting pay range is $18.70-$22.00 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**:* CDA or Associate's degree with at least 6 credit hours in ECE (required); Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree, with at least 6 credit hours in EC (preferred)* Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)**Experience**:* 2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead experience preferred)**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.*