Support Teacher - Early Childhood Growth & Development

The Gardner School; Warrenville (IL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; 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

Job summary

The Gardner School of Warrenville is hiring a Support Teacher to assist lead teachers and support children’s development in our state‑of‑the‑art preschool.

You’ll step into classrooms during breaks, help maintain routines, and communicate professionally with staff while ensuring safety and a welcoming learning environment.

Benefits include competitive hourly pay, health and vision insurance, PTO, 401(k), tuition discount, holidays, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree with 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain is required.
• 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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree with at least 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education

CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

Meets state licensing requirements

Job description

The Gardner School of Warrenville is hiring a Support Teacher to assist lead teachers and support children’s development in our state‑of‑the‑art preschool.

You’ll step into classrooms during breaks, help maintain routines, and communicate professionally with staff while ensuring safety and a welcoming learning environment.

Benefits include competitive hourly pay, health and vision insurance, PTO, 401(k), tuition discount, holidays, and opportunities for professional growth.