Toddler Classroom Assistant — Growth, Teamwork, Benefits

The Gardner School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; 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 Lincoln Park in Chicago is seeking an Assistant Toddler/Assistant Teacher to join a state-of-the-art preschool team. You will support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and nurture children’s emotional and behavioral development.

Benefits include competitive pay ($17.40–$21.50/hr based on education and experience), health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, childcare tuition discount, paid holidays, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Offer nurturing guidance supporting each child’s emotional and behavioral development.
• Model The Gardner School's core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference.
• Maintain respectful, supportive relationships with parents and families.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe classroom by supporting daily routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to ensure consistency and support across classrooms.
• Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Gardner School of Lincoln Park in Chicago is seeking an Assistant Toddler/Assistant Teacher to join a state-of-the-art preschool team. You will support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and nurture children’s emotional and behavioral development.

Benefits include competitive pay ($17.40–$21.50/hr based on education and experience), health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, childcare tuition discount, paid holidays, and