Lead Toddler Teacher — Inspire, Mentor & Grow

The Gardner School; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); In loco; USD 26.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

The Gardner School of Oak Brook is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. You will lead a classroom, mentor assistants, and build strong partnerships with families while delivering developmentally appropriate lessons that foster curiosity and joy.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven culture. Join a team passionate about early childhood education and making a difference every day.

Competenze

• CDA or Associate's degree required; Bachelor's in ECE preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• 2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead preferred).

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Classroom leadership

Interpersonal communication

Curriculum planning

English fluency

Team mentoring

Formazione

CDA or Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Descrizione del lavoro

The Gardner School of Oak Brook is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. You will lead a classroom, mentor assistants, and build strong partnerships with families while delivering developmentally appropriate lessons that foster curiosity and joy.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven culture. Join a team passionate about early childhood education and making a difference every day.