Support Teacher

The Gardner School • Cincinnati, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gardner School is seeking a Support Teacher to work in its state-of-the-art early childhood education facility. The Support Teacher helps provide developmentally appropriate educational experiences by supporting children, teachers, classroom operations, and school safety. The role may involve stepping into classrooms to assist Assistant Teachers during breaks or absences, helping with daily care and learning activities, and supporting special projects throughout the school. The position is part of a collaborative team in an academically focused preschool serving children from 6 weeks to 5 years. The Gardner School provides training, orientation, and continuing education, and describes opportunities for internal advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to reliably commute to the school's location.
• 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.
• Meet all applicable state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• 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 development.
• Step into classrooms to support Assistant Teachers during breaks or absences.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routines.
• Support setup and cleanup of classroom materials and activities.
• Report supply needs or safety concerns to the leadership team.
• Provide support and assistance throughout the school, including 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, orientation, and continuing education programs.
• Opportunities to gain experience and advance internally.

What This Job Offers

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