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Educator

Guardian Early Learning Group, Evanston, IL, United States


Overview
Are you ready to inspire young minds? As an Educator at Guardian Childcare & Education

Evanston Gardens , you’ll help change the lives of children every day, in a fun and supportive team.

Opportunity
Work with other passionate Educators and a supportive Centre Manager as you:

Access great resources in fantastic learning spaces

Share children’s milestones and “wow” moments with their families

Bring our unique ‘To BE Me’ Guardian learning program to life

Engage in ongoing learning as part of an incredible team

What we offer
As an Educator with us, you’ll:

Benefit from Thrive, our unique framework that helps each room operate smoothly

Grow your career with heaps of learning opportunities and career pathway progression across the network

Work in amazing spaces where both you and children can shine

Benefit from the 15% Government Funded Wage Increase

Get rewarded with above award pay, great perks and a culture of reward & recognition

The Centre
Our centre is a community‑connected centre with modern learning environments and a commitment to high‑quality practice and outcomes for children and families. At Guardian, we’re a place people love to be.

Requirements
Here’s what you’ll bring:

Completion of the national mandatory Child Protection training via the GECCKO platform

Diploma (or working towards) or Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education

Availability to work between 7am-6pm, Monday to Friday, with a rotating roster

Current Working with Children Check

Ideal to have:

Child Protection Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Over 2-3 years of experience in the early childhood education sector

EEO Statement
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children’s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10‑year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. For those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.

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