Support Teacher
The Gardner School
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Salary
$14 - $17 / HOUR
Quick overview
Engage children in meaningful interactions and assist with daily routines such as feeding, diapering, and learning activities. Maintain a safe, clean, and joyful classroom environment while adhering to staff-to-child ratios.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR/First Aid certification. Candidates must be physically able to lift up to 60 lbs and be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Job description
- 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 Midtown!
- We have an exciting opportunity for Support Teachers working in our State-of-the-Art facility.
- At The Gardner School of Midtown, 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.
- What You’ll Do: Engage children in meaningful interactions that support development.
- Assist with diapering, feeding, transitions, and learning activities.
- Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routine.
- Model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership.
- Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks.
- Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment Model a supportive and flexible team-oriented attitude.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $13.75 - $17.00 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 Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent (required). Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements.
Experience
- Previous experience in early childhood settings preferred.
- Knowledge,
- Skills and
- Physical
- Requirements: Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required) Regular and reliable attendance. Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required) 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 Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. 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. The Gardner School provides children with a nurturing start for a successful future with a premier preschool experience for children. Built on decades of expertise, we promise to provide a school community that is safe, purposeful, and enriching. This commitment is fulfilled through the efforts of our engaged team members, the growth of thriving children, and the satisfaction of happy families. Together we provide exceptional care and education differentiated by our people, program, and promise.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- 401(k) With Company Match
- Childcare Tuition Discount