Lead Infant & Two's Teacher — Inspire Growth & Joy

The Gardner School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School of River North in Chicago is seeking a Lead Infant & Two’s Teacher to guide developmentally appropriate activities in a state-of-the-art preschool setting. You will foster a caring classroom, partner with families, and mentor assistants to uphold high standards of excellence.

Join a passionate team that values growth, collaboration, and making a difference in young learners’ lives. This full-time on-site role offers competitive pay and solid benefits.

Qualifications

• Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values.
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

English fluency

PC skills

Education

CDA or Associate’s degree with at least 6 credit hours in ECE

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree (preferred)

CPR/First Aid certification (required)

Job description

The Gardner School of River North in Chicago is seeking a Lead Infant & Two’s Teacher to guide developmentally appropriate activities in a state-of-the-art preschool setting. You will foster a caring classroom, partner with families, and mentor assistants to uphold high standards of excellence.

Join a passionate team that values growth, collaboration, and making a difference in young learners’ lives. This full-time on-site role offers competitive pay and solid benefits.