The Gardner School·Nashville, Tennessee
The Assistant Infant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and maintaining a safe, nurturing classroom environment. They are responsible for fostering positive relationships with families and ensuring daily routines and sanitation procedures are followed.
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We're Hiring! Join our team as an Assistant Teacher at The Gardner School of Midtown!
We have an exciting opportunity for Assistant Infant & Preschool 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.
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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School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference
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 pay range for this position is $15.30-$20.70 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.
• 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 Tennessee, assistant infant and preschool teacher openings are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in early childhood programs, where dependable coverage and classroom support matter every day. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for hands-on experience with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, CPR/First Aid readiness, and the physical ability to assist young children safely. Before applying, confirm your experience matches the age group and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time reviewing the details.
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