Support Teacher

The Gardner School; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 2,280,000 - 2,821,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Tuition discount

Professional development

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Gardner School in Schaumburg, IL is hiring a Support Teacher to assist in early childhood classrooms. You will engage with children, support Assistant Teachers during breaks, maintain a safe and organized environment, and communicate professionally with staff and leadership.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree with ECE credits or a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain), and a commitment to licensing requirements and child safety.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with 6+ credits in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.

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

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree with 6 credits in Early Childhood Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

## Support TeacherApplylocations: Schaumburg, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR102799It'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 Schaumburg!**We have an exciting opportunity for a **Support Teacher** working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At **The Gardner School of Schaumburg**, 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 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.**What We Offer:*** **Competitive Pay:** The pay range for this position is $16.55-$20.48 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, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.**Qualifications:*** Associate's degree, with at least 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (preferred).* 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.**Physical Requirements*** Frequently 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.*