Preschool Support Teacher — Grow, Impact, Learn

The Gardner School; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School in Arlington seeks a dedicated Support Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. This full-time or part-time role supports classroom teaching, assists during breaks, and helps maintain routines while focusing on safety and positive student interactions.

We offer competitive hourly pay and a benefits package. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, basic licensing credentials, and a passion for nurturing young learners in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in early childhood settings is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meets all state licensing and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• 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 routine.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership.
• Model a supportive and flexible team-oriented attitude.
• Supervise children and maintain safety standards.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
• Assist in maintaining child-to-staff ratios and completing classroom tasks.

Skills

Child engagement

Classroom support

Safety & supervision

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

The Gardner School in Arlington seeks a dedicated Support Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. This full-time or part-time role supports classroom teaching, assists during breaks, and helps maintain routines while focusing on safety and positive student interactions.

We offer competitive hourly pay and a benefits package. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, basic licensing credentials, and a passion for nurturing young learners in a collaborative team setting.