Job detail
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Gardner School
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/28/2026
Location
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
Salary
$19 - $23 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead preschool teacher is responsible for leading and inspiring the classroom while mentoring assistant teachers to uphold the school's core values. They will also plan developmentally appropriate lessons and maintain a safe, engaging environment for children and families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least 2 years of early childhood education experience and hold a cda or an associate's degree in early childhood education. A bachelor's degree is preferred, and the ability to perform physical classroom tasks is required.
professional certificateassociate degreebachelor degreeCommunicationMentoringInterpersonal skillsCPR certificationSafety complianceAdministrative tasksLesson planningChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood educationFirst aid certification
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Childcare tuition discount