Support Teacher

The Gardner School; Saint Louis Park (MN); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Minnesota Great Start Compensation

Résumé du poste

The Gardner School in Saint Louis Park, MN is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. You will collaborate with lead and assistant teachers to engage children, support classrooms, and uphold safety and routines daily.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain. Prior early childhood experience is preferred, with a commitment to reliable attendance and effective communication.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements.
• Regular and reliable attendance or schedule commitment.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Support Teacher# Careers## Support TeacherApply: St. Louis Park, MN: Full time: Posted Today: JR103258It'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.We're Hiring! Join our team as a **Support Teacher** at **The Gardner School of St. Louis Park!** We have an exciting opportunity for a **Support Teacher** working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At **The Gardner School of St. Louis Park**, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our **state-of-the-art preschool**, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day. **What You’ll Do:****Key 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. **What We Offer:*** **Competitive Pay:** The pay range for this position is $14.88-$18.35 per hour, based on education and experience.* **Comprehensive Benefits:** Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities.* **Minnesota Great Start Compensation Support Payment Program:** This school participates in the Minnesota Great Start Compensation Support Payment Program to provide financial compensation to eligible childcare providers.* **Career Growth:** Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, access to our company-sponsored CDA program, and a supportive, mission-driven culture. **Qualifications*** High school diploma or equivalent (required).* Previous experience in early childhood settings preferred.* CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.* Meets all state-specific licensing and experience requirements. **Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements**:* Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required)* Regular and reliable attendance.* Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required)* Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs.* Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of a classroom leadership including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships.* 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.* Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. *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.*### About UsThe Gardner School provides children with a nurturing start for a successful future with a premier preschool experience for children. Built on decades of expertise, we promise to provide a school community that is safe, purposeful, and enriching. This commitment is fulfilled through the efforts of our engaged team members, the growth of thriving children, and the satisfaction of happy families. Together we provide exceptional care and education differentiated by our people, program, and promise.