Assistant Infant Teacher

About the role

We are hiring an Assistant Infant Teacher at The Gardner School of Brentwood. Our school is committed to fostering a passion for learning and a customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Aid the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities tailored to each child’s developmental needs.
• Provide nurturing guidance to support 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 maintain consistency and support across classrooms.
• Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (required)
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks
• Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs
• Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of a classroom leadership including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships
• Interest in growing within a supportive, mission-driven preschool environment
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Starting pay range is $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