Assistant Infant Teacher

We’re hiring an Assistant Teacher at The Gardner School of Brentwood. Join our passionate, professional team in our state‑of‑the‑art preschool. What You’ll Do 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. Model The Gardner 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. What We Offer Competitive Pay: starting range $15.30–$18.90 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. Qualifications Education / Certification High school diploma (required) Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire Experience 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship (required) Regular and reliable attendance Passion for early childhood education and a nurturing, joyful approach to care Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks (required) Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to approximately 60 lbs Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of classroom leadership: speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships Interest in growing within a supportive, mission‑driven preschool environment Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr