Preschool Support Teacher — Growth & Impact

The Gardner School; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

The Gardner School of Oakbrook is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher to assist lead teachers, engage children in meaningful activities, and help uphold classroom routines in a modern preschool setting.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with company match, tuition discount, paid holidays, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Previous experience in early childhood settings preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in meaningful interactions that support development.
• Step into classrooms to support Assistant Teachers during breaks or absences.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routine.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership.
• Model a supportive and flexible team-oriented attitude.
• Supervise children and maintain safety standards.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
• Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks.

Skills

English fluency

Active engagement

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

PC skills

Job description

The Gardner School of Oakbrook is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher to assist lead teachers, engage children in meaningful activities, and help uphold classroom routines in a modern preschool setting.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with company match, tuition discount, paid holidays, and ongoing professional development opportunities.