Assistant Infant Teacher

The Gardner School•Blue Ash, OH

3d•$14 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Infant Teacher works with the Lead Teacher in a state-of-the-art preschool classroom at The Gardner School of Blue Ash. The role supports age-appropriate curriculum and activities tailored to children’s developmental needs, provides nurturing guidance, and helps maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom. The assistant teacher builds respectful relationships with families and collaborates with teaching colleagues and school leaders to provide consistent support across classrooms. The school describes its culture as supportive, professional, and mission-driven, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
At least 1 year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Passion for early childhood education and a nurturing, joyful approach to care.
Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks.
Ability to actively engage throughout the day, including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to approximately 60 pounds.
Ability to fulfill the cognitive and interpersonal aspects of classroom leadership, including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently enough to communicate effectively with students, families, and staff, implement curriculum and safety procedures, and complete written reports.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or a CDA.
Interest in growing within a supportive, mission-driven preschool environment.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities aligned with each child’s developmental needs.
Offer nurturing guidance that supports children’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.
Support daily routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures to keep the classroom clean, organized, and safe.
Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to promote consistency and support across classrooms.
Maintain a professional, team-oriented mindset.