Support Teacher

About the Role

Join our team as a Support Teacher at The Gardner School of Blue Ash! We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Teacher working in our state-of-the-art facility. At The Gardner School of Blue Ash, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in meaningful interactions that support development.
• Step into classrooms to support Assistant Teachers during breaks or absences.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routine.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership.
• Model a supportive and flexible team-oriented attitude.
• Supervise children and maintain safety standards.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
• Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 1+ year(s) experience in early childhood settings (required).
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements.
• Frequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants of 10 to 60 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, and move freely between classrooms.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: The pay range for this position is $13.80–$18.70 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.