Support Teacher

About the role

• It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
• We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
• Join the Founding Team at Our Brand-New Preschool in Plymouth, MN!
• Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Gardner School is opening a new, state-of-the-art preschool in Plymouth, MN this November, and we're HIRING NOW for passionate educators and leaders NOW to join our founding team!
• If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in the lives of children and parents, The Gardner School is the place for you.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support & Child Engagement

• 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

Environment & Operational Support

• Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routine
• 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.
• Assist with special projects

Team Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership
• Follow classroom routines and directions from Lead or Assistant Teachers
• Model a supportive and flexible team-oriented attitude

Safety & Licensing Compliance

• Supervise children and maintain safety standards
• Follow all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations
• Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 6 months experience working with children preferably in an early childhood settings required
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants of 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

Additional information

The Gardner School is an academically focused preschool for ages 6 Weeks to 5 Years. We have created a rich learning environment that stimulates our students' physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. We provide extensive training, orientation, and continuing education programs. We have locations in 8 states and are growing.

We strongly believe in a strong internal path to promotions, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to gain experience within our privately-owned company. Above all, we choose faculty members who love the early childhood profession and have a strong, positive curiosity about life that sparks confidence and joy in those around