Assistant Teacher

The Gardner School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gardner School is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join their nurturing educational program for young children in Cambridge, MA. The role encompasses ensuring child safety, maintaining professional relationships, and following school policies. Ideal candidates are passionate about early childhood education and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Paid vacation, holidays, birthday, and personal time.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.

401k/Roth plan with company matching.

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• One year professional experience preferred.
• Must love working with children and have a nurturing personality.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Greet each child by name and ensure their safety.
• Maintain confidentiality and implement school policies.
• Advise on supplies needed for the upcoming months.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education

Job description

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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.

The Gardner School is a state-of-the-art, educational program for young children and their families. We have a supportive environment for staff with competitive pay and benefits. Ideal candidates will have some college education and some experience with young children.

Responsibilities

• Greet each child by name and acknowledge parents during drop off and pick up times daily.
• Ensure the safety of each child.
• Maintain confidentiality of school directives, curriculum and software.
• Read, understand and implement all policies and procedures of The Gardner School and all State Licensing Agencies.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with the parents and coworkers.
• Advise the Director or Assistant Director of any supplies needed for the upcoming months.
• Follow the standards set forth for the conduct and responsibilities of all staff members who come in contact with children.
  
  

Perks For Our Teachers

• Paid vacation, holidays, birthday, and personal time.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401k/Roth plan with the company matching
• We strongly believe in promoting from within, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to grow within our privately-owned company.
  
  

Assistant Teacher Desired Skills And Experience

• One year professional experience
• Must love working with children and have a loving and nurturing personality.
• Excellent communication skills, including personal face-to-face communications with parents, staff, and children.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer literacy required.
  
  

Assistant Teacher Minimum Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education or related degree preferred.
• Intermediate PC skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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