Early Childhood Teacher- Assistant Toddler Teacher

The Gardner School of Bucktown is seeking passionate and dedicated qualified teachers to join our professional team of educators!

The Gardner School is a state-of-the-art, educational program for young children and their families. We have a supportive environment for staff with low teacher turn-over, competitive pay and benefits. Our school in Bucktown is growing in enrollment and looking to add the best and brightest to our team. Ideal candidates will have some college education and some experience with young children.

Responsibilities:

• Greet each child by name and acknowledge parents during drop off and pick up times daily.

• Ensure the safety of each child.

• Maintain confidentiality of school directives, curriculum and software.

• Read, understand and implement all policies and procedures of The Gardner School and all State Licensing Agencies.

• Maintain professional and positive relationships with the parents and coworkers.

• Advise the Director or Assistant Director of any supplies needed for the upcoming months.

• Follow the standards set forth for the conduct and responsibilities of all staff members who come in contact with children.

Perks for our Teachers:

• Paid vacation, holidays, birthday, and personal time.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.

• 401k/Roth plan with the company matching 100% of employee contributions up to 4%

• We strongly believe in promoting from within, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to grow within our privately-owned company.

Lead and Assistant Teacher Desired Skills and Experience:

• One year professional experience
• Must love working with children and have a loving and nurturing personality.
• Excellent communication skills, including personal face-to-face communications with parents, staff, and children.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer literacy required.

Lead Teacher Minimum Qualifications:

• BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education or related degree required.
• Masters desired.
• Intermediate PC skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Assistant Teacher Minimum Qualifications:

• 60 credit hours, and at least 6 of which are in ECE (this is also to be qualified by the state of IL) or a CDA (Child Development Associate)
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60622: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19