Support Teacher

About the role

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. We're Hiring! Join our team as a Support Teacher at The Gardner School of Cambridge! We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Cambridge, 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.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $17.20-$21.25 per hour, based on education and experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Childcare tuition discount
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunities for advancement within our growing organization
• Supportive, mission-driven culture

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• EEC Teacher Certification (required)
• Previous experience in early childhood settings preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements

Physical 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