Assistant Teacher
About The Position
The Assistant Teacher works at The Gardner School of Warrenville in a state-of-the-art preschool facility. The role supports the Lead Teacher in providing age-appropriate learning activities and nurturing care that meets children’s developmental needs. The Assistant Teacher supports children’s emotional and behavioral development, maintains a safe and sanitary classroom, builds respectful relationships with families, and collaborates with teaching colleagues and school leaders. The school describes its culture as professional, supportive, mission-driven, and focused on children, trust, innovation, and making a difference.
Requirements
- High school education.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
- At least 1 year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
- Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Passion for early childhood education and a nurturing, joyful approach to care.
- Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently enough to communicate effectively with children, 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.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in growing within a supportive, mission-driven preschool environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities aligned with each child’s developmental needs.
- Provide nurturing guidance to support children’s emotional and behavioral development.
- Model the school’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference.
- Maintain respectful, supportive relationships with parents and families.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom by supporting daily routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
- Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to promote consistency and support across classrooms.
- Maintain a professional, team-oriented mindset.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $16.55–$20.48 per hour, based on education and experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Childcare tuition discount.
- Paid holidays.
- Professional development opportunities and training.
- Opportunities for advancement within the organization.
- Access to a company-sponsored CDA program.
- Supportive, mission-driven culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
