The Gardner School
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Lead Infant Teacher

37K–48K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

We seek a passionate Lead Infant Teacher to lead and inspire our classroom with creativity care and excellence. Our mission focuses on making a difference through love for children teaching and community impact. Join us at The Gardner School of Naperville North where your ideas are valued and growth is supported.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity care and excellence
  • 2Mentor assistant teachers and model our core values Children First Trust Innovation and Make a Difference
  • 3Build meaningful relationships with families and children
  • 4Plan engaging developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity
  • 5Maintain safety compliance and a joyful classroom environment

Requirements6

  • 1Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • 2Regular and reliable attendance
  • 3Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks
  • 4Active engagement throughout the day including standing sitting on the floor bending and lifting up to 60 lbs
  • 5Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of a classroom leadership including speaking hearing reading writing focusing attention and building relationships
  • 62+ years of early childhood education experience with lead or co-lead experience preferred

Salary Insight

$37 - $48k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

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