Lead Teacher: Shape Curious Minds at a New Preschool

TGS Holdings, LLC; Bannockburn (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

paid time off

401(k) with company match

childcare tuition discount

paid holidays

professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School in Bannockburn, IL is opening a state-of-the-art preschool and is hiring passionate educators and leaders for the founding team. Lead Teachers will inspire classrooms, mentor assistants, and build meaningful relationships with families while delivering developmentally appropriate lessons.

We offer competitive pay of $18.70-$22.00 per hour based on education and experience, plus health/dental/vision insurance, PTO, a 401(k) match, childcare tuition discounts, paid holidays, and

Qualifications

• Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience (Required) CDA, or Associates Degree with at least 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education or related degree, with at least 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in an Early Childhood Education setting (Required)
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) (Required).
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required)
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required)
• Physical Demands: Frequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants of 10 to 60 pounds.
• 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 operate computer, phone, and other office equipment as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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

CPR First Aid

English fluency

PC skills

Regular attendance

Education

CDA or Associate degree in ECE

Bachelor’s in Elementary or ECE (preferred)

Job description

The Gardner School in Bannockburn, IL is opening a state-of-the-art preschool and is hiring passionate educators and leaders for the founding team. Lead Teachers will inspire classrooms, mentor assistants, and build meaningful relationships with families while delivering developmentally appropriate lessons.

We offer competitive pay of $18.70-$22.00 per hour based on education and experience, plus health/dental/vision insurance, PTO, a 401(k) match, childcare tuition discounts, paid holidays, and