Support Teacher

The Gardner School • Cincinnati, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gardner School is seeking a Support Teacher to work in its state-of-the-art early childhood facility. The role supports classroom teachers and children by assisting with caregiving, learning activities, classroom routines, and school operations. The position requires a caring, flexible, team-oriented approach and adherence to safety policies and applicable licensing requirements.

The Gardner School is an academically focused preschool serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. It describes its learning environment as supporting children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The company provides training, orientation, and continuing education, and describes internal opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to reliably commute to the school’s location.
• 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.
• Meet all applicable state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, or hold children and infants weighing 10 to 60 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, and move freely between classrooms.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diapering, feeding, transitions, and learning activities.
• Engage children in meaningful interactions that support their development.
• Step into classrooms to support Assistant Teachers during breaks or absences.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routines.
• Support setup and cleanup of materials and classroom activities.
• Report supply needs or safety concerns to the leadership team.
• Provide support and assistance throughout the school and assist with special projects.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership.
• Follow classroom routines and directions from Lead or Assistant Teachers.
• Model a supportive, flexible, team-oriented attitude.
• Supervise children and maintain safety standards.
• Follow policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
• Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks.

Benefits

• Extensive training and orientation.
• Continuing education programs.
• Internal opportunities to gain experience and advance within the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED