Support Teacher - Early Childhood, Growth & Benefits

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

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School in Chicago, IL is seeking a Support Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. You will engage children, support assistants, and help maintain a safe, organized learning environment, working closely with teachers and leadership.

We offer competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within our mission-driven culture. CPR/First Aid is preferred and ongoing development is provided.

Qualifications

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

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 proficiency

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Child development understanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

The Gardner School in Chicago, IL is seeking a Support Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. You will engage children, support assistants, and help maintain a safe, organized learning environment, working closely with teachers and leadership.

We offer competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within our mission-driven culture. CPR/First Aid is preferred and ongoing development is provided.