The Gardner School·Chelmsford, Massachusetts
The Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher by implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities tailored to each child's developmental needs, while also offering nurturing guidance for emotional and behavioral growth. Responsibilities also include maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment and fostering respectful relationships with parents and families.
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Join the Founding Team at Our Brand-New Preschool in Chelmsford, MA!
Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Gardner School is opening a new, state-of-the-art preschool in Chelmsford, MA this April, and we’re HIRING NOW for passionate educators and leaders. APPLY NOW to join our founding team as an Assistant Teacher!
If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in the lives of children and parents, The Gardner School is the place for you.
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities that align with each child’s developmental needs.
Offer nurturing guidance that supports each child’s emotional and behavioral development.
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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 ensure consistency and support across classrooms.
Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.
Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $19.10-$23.60 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.
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.
Market context
In Massachusetts, Assistant Teacher openings are often tied to ongoing staffing needs in early childhood and school settings, where employers look for reliable support with classroom routines and child supervision. This role can be competitive because candidates need both practical readiness and compliance basics, including age, a high school diploma, child development knowledge, lifting ability, and a background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your fit and highlight any hands-on experience with children in your application.