Assistant Teacher

2 days ago

Nashville, Tennessee, United States The Gardner School Full time $42,000 - $69,900 per year

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 Our Team

We're looking for passionate Assistant Teachers to join our team at The Gardner School of Nashville

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

  • Be part of a warm, engaging, and professional environment built on our core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Making a Difference
  • Work in a modern facility designed to support high-quality learning
  • Enjoy a supportive environment that values experience and contributions
  • Access resources and tools to implement developmentally appropriate programs
  • Grow professionally with recognition, encouragement, and support for your goals
  • Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families

Why Join The Gardner School?

  • Competitive pay and benefits (medical benefits, 401K with employer matching, paid time off and holiday pay, and discounted tuition)
  • Ongoing professional development and training, with opportunities for advancement
  • Supportive, mission-driven culture
  • Beautiful, state-of-the-art facility where your work truly shines

The hourly pay range is $16.20-$18.90, based on experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities that align with each child's developmental needs.
  • Participate in ongoing communication and classroom updates as directed by the Lead Teacher.
  • Actively engage with children during play, learning activities, and transitions.
  • Develop and maintain a safe, nurturing and healthy learning environment in which children can grow and learn.
  • Adhere to all state licensing regulations and The Gardner School's policies and procedures.
  • Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • High School diploma or equivalent (required).
  • Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (required).
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently, sufficient 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

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 throughout the classroom.
  • Ability to operate a computer, phone, and classroom/office equipment.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.

The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.

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