The Gardner School·Blue Ash, Ohio
The Support Teacher assists with daily classroom operations, including child engagement, feeding, and diapering. They provide operational support by maintaining cleanliness and ensuring compliance with safety and licensing regulations.
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 have an exciting opportunity for a Support Teacher to work in our State-of-the-Art facility.
At The Gardner School, you will be part of a caring, fun, dynamic group of professional teachers that thrive on providing exceptional educational experiences.
You will work in an environment that values your contributions and provides you with the resources you need to apply high-quality, developmentally appropriate programs.
Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported.
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.
Key Responsibilities Classroom Support & Child Engagement Assist with diapering, feeding, transitions, and learning activities Engage children in meaningful interactions that support development Step into classrooms to support Assistant Teachers during breaks or absences Environment & Operational Support Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routine Support setup and cleanup of materials and classroom activities Report supply needs or safety concerns to the leadership team Provide support and assistance throughout the school.
Assist with special projects Team Collaboration & Communication Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership Follow classroom routines and directions from Lead or Assistant Teachers Model a supportive and flexible team-oriented attitude Safety & Licensing Compliance Supervise children and maintain safety standards Follow all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks
High school diploma or equivalent (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 The Gardner School is an academically focused preschool for ages 6 Weeks to 5 Years. We have created a rich learning environment that stimulates our students’ physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. We provide extensive training, orientation, and continuing education programs. We have locations in 8 states and are growing. We strongly believe in a strong internal path to promotions, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to gain experience within our privately-owned company. Above all, we choose faculty members who love the early childhood profession and have a strong, positive curiosity about life that sparks confidence and joy in those around 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.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and previous experience in early childhood settings is preferred. Candidates must be able to lift children up to 60 pounds and obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
Market context
In Ohio, support teacher openings are often driven by steady demand for classroom and childcare support staff, especially in settings that need reliable day-to-day assistance. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a high school diploma or GED plus teaching experience, while an associate degree in Early Childhood Education and longer experience can strengthen your candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight hands-on classroom support and schedule flexibility.