Assistant Teacher

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Teacher to join our passionate and professional team at The Gardner School of Herndon. This role is for our Toddler, Preschool, and Jr. Kindergarten programs, located in our state-of-the-art facility.

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 $18.25-$22.50 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: Opportunities for advancement within our growing organization