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

The Gardner School; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; 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 – Schaumburg is seeking a Lead Two's & Three's Teacher to lead a dynamic early childhood classroom in our state-of-the-art facility. You’ll plan engaging lessons, mentor assistants, and build strong relationships with families while upholding safety and standards.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development within a mission-driven culture that values growth and child-centered learning.

Qualifications

• Requires CDA or an Associate's degree with at least 6 Early Childhood Education credits.
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred) with 6 ECE credits.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

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

Classroom leadership

Relationship building

Communication skills

Basic administrative skills

Education

CDA or Associate's degree with ECE credits

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Gardner School – Schaumburg is seeking a Lead Two's & Three's Teacher to lead a dynamic early childhood classroom in our state-of-the-art facility. You’ll plan engaging lessons, mentor assistants, and build strong relationships with families while upholding safety and standards.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development within a mission-driven culture that values growth and child-centered learning.