The Gardner School·Braintree, Massachusetts
The Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities while providing nurturing guidance to children. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, clean classroom environment and fostering positive relationships with families.
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We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility.
At The Gardner School of Braintree, 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: 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.
Model The Gardner 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 starting pay range is $19.10-$22.50 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.
Education/Certification: EEC Teacher Certification (required). High school diploma or equivalent (required). Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred). Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Candidates must hold an EEC Teacher Certification and a high school diploma, with a degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. At least one year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years is required, along with current CPR/First Aid certification.
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.