Support Teacher

The Gardner School; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

The Gardner School is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher for our Naperville South location. You will engage with children, support lead teachers, and help maintain a safe, organized classroom.

We value a loving approach to early education and growth opportunities within a mission-driven setting. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some early childhood experience, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification if needed.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of child development and classroom interaction.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with staff and families.
• Acceptance of licensing and safety requirements for child care.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in meaningful interactions to support development.
• Assist in classrooms during breaks or absences for lead teachers.
• Help maintain cleanliness, organization and daily routines in the classroom.
• Communicate professionally with teachers and leadership.
• Model supportive, flexible teamwork and positive attitude.
• Supervise children and uphold safety standards.
• Follow all policies, procedures and licensing regulations.

Skills

Child development support

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PC skills

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 Naperville South!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Naperville South, 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

• 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.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: The pay range for this position is $14.88-$18.38 per hour, based on education and experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, access to our company-sponsored CDA program, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.

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.

Knowledge, Skills And Physical Requirements

• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required)
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required)
• Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs.
• Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of a classroom leadership including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships.
• 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 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.