Support Teacher

The Gardner School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL is seeking full-time and part-time Support Teachers to assist in our state-of-the-art preschool environment. You will engage children, support Assistant Teachers during breaks, and help maintain routines and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork and professional communication with staff and leadership. We offer competitive pay and benefits for full-time staff, including health/dental/vision, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, tuition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meets all state 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

CPR/First Aid Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.We're Hiring! Join our team as a Support Teacher at The Gardner School of Lincoln Park!We have an exciting opportunity for full-time and part-time Support Teachers working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Lincoln Park, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.What You’ll Do:Key ResponsibilitiesEngage 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.What We Offer:Competitive Pay: The pay range for this position is $16.60-$19.40 per hour, based on education and experienceComprehensive Benefits: Full time employees are eligible to receive: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunitiesCareer Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.QualificationsHigh 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.Physical RequirementsFrequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants of 10 to 60 pounds.Ability to bend, reach, and move freely between classrooms.Regular and reliable attendance.Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.