The Gardner School·Warrenville, Illinois
The Assistant Teacher will assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities while offering nurturing guidance to support each child’s emotional and behavioral development. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean, safe classroom, upholding core values, and collaborating with the teaching team and school leaders.
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We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Naperville, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities that align with each child’s developmental needs.
Offer nurturing guidance that supports each child’s emotional and behavioral development.
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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.
Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $16.55-$20.48 per hour, based on education and experience
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities
Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.
Market context
In Illinois, assistant teacher roles are commonly tied to ongoing staffing needs in early childhood and school settings, especially for candidates who can meet state or accreditation requirements and stay active with children indoors or outdoors. These positions can be competitive because schools look for dependable, energetic applicants who can support daily routines and physical activity. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your credentials and experience match the posting before applying.