Assistant Infant Teacher

The Gardner School•Blue Ash, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Infant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing developmentally appropriate care and learning experiences for infants at The Gardner School of Blue Ash. The role helps implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities, provides nurturing guidance to support children’s emotional and behavioral development, and maintains a clean, organized, and safe classroom. The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with families, teaching team members, and school leaders while modeling the school’s values of Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference. The position is based in a state-of-the-art preschool facility. The school offers professional development and training, opportunities for advancement, access to a company-sponsored CDA program, and a supportive, mission-driven culture. Starting pay is $13.80–$18.70 per hour, based on education and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
At least 1 year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
Eligibility 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 stand, sit on the floor, bend, and lift up to approximately 60 pounds during the day.
Ability to fulfill classroom leadership duties involving speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships.
Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English sufficient to communicate 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.
Provide 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.
Support daily routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures to help ensure a clean, organized, and safe classroom.
Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to ensure consistency and support across classrooms.
Maintain a professional, team-oriented mindset.