Assistant Teacher

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant and Support Teacher to join our passionate and professional team at The Gardner School of Plymouth. Our school is dedicated to fostering a love for learning, children, teaching, and making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Aid the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities tailored to each child’s developmental needs.
• Offer 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.
• 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.
• Ability to stand, sit on the floor, bend, and lift up to ~60 lbs.
• Passion for early childhood education and a nurturing, joyful approach to care.
• Interest in growing within a supportive, mission-driven preschool environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Starting pay ranges from $16.55-$20.45 per hour for Assistant Teachers and $14.90-$18.35 per hour for Support Teachers, depending on education and experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Offers ongoing professional development and training, advancement opportunities, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.