Assistant Infant & Toddler Teachers

The Gardner School•Braintree, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gardner School of Braintree is hiring Assistant Infant & Toddler Teachers to support children in its preschool. The role assists the Lead Teacher with age-appropriate curriculum and activities tailored to children’s developmental needs, provides nurturing guidance for emotional and behavioral development, and supports safe, clean, and organized classroom routines. The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with teaching staff and school leaders, maintains supportive relationships with families, models the school’s core values, and demonstrates a professional, team-oriented mindset. The position offers a starting pay range of $19.10–$22.50 per hour, based on education and experience. The school describes opportunities for professional development, training, advancement, and participation in its company-sponsored CDA program.

Requirements

EEC Teacher Certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
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.
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 read, write, speak, and understand English fluently enough 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

Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
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 maintain 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.