Preschool Assistant Teacher

Salary Details

Employees in the half-time position are eligible for dental, vision, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance; paid time off; and other benefits in accordance with School policy. Employees in the full-time position are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions; paid time off; and tuition remission for eligible dependents.

• Posted: 06-Aug-26
• Location: Lake Forest, Illinois
• Type: Part Time
• Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Early Childhood

Employees in the half-time position are eligible for dental, vision, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance; paid time off; and other benefits in accordance with School policy. Employees in the full-time position are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions; paid time off; and tuition remission for eligible dependents.

Lake Forest Country Day School (LFCDS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Preschool Teacher to Support our youngest learners, ages 3–4, in a nurturing, developmentally responsive environment.

The Preschool program provides a nurturing and engaging environment for children ages 3-4, supporting their growing independence, curiosity, and confidence as learners. Through purposeful play, hands-on exploration, collaborative experiences, and meaningful routines, children strengthen their social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development. In a joyful and thoughtfully structured classroom, children build foundational skills in problem-solving, self-expression, creativity, and early academic learning while developing a lifelong love of discovery.

This position is for a 5-day, half-day program with the possibility of additional teaching responsibilities to support a full-time schedule from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

• Support the Lead Teacher in creating a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 3-4.
• Foster children's growth across social-emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and creative domains.
• Assist with the implementation of play-based, inquiry-driven, and experiential learning experiences.
• Promote self-confidence, independence, and positive interactions among children.
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and daily activities with consistency and care.
• Guide children using positive reinforcement and developmentally appropriate behavior support.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher and Early Childhood team.
• Assist with observation, documentation, and classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships with families through warm and professional communication.
• Help create an inclusive classroom community that fosters belonging, curiosity, and a love of learning.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children (ages 3-4) preferred
• Strong understanding of early childhood development
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Warm, patient, and responsive approach to working with young children
• Affinity and enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development
• Demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and ability to support positive classroom behavior
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn, grow professionally, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to work closely with colleagues and engage in all aspects of the LFCDS community
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
• Integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information

LFCDS, founded in 1888 and located on a 30-acre campus about 30 miles north of Chicago, Illinois, is a co-educational, independent day school serving 420 students from age 2 through eighth grade. The School has a long tradition of producing thoughtful, confident, and successful students. Children are known, loved, and challenged at LFCDS, and a state-of-the-art facility provides a remarkable setting for inspired teaching, personal growth and nurturing a love of learning.