Support Teacher at TGS Holdings, LLC — Nashville, TN

Join Our Team!

We're looking for passionate Support 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 for this position is $13.80-$18.70, based on experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with diapering, feeding, transitions, and learning activities.
• Engage children in meaningful interactions that support development.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and routine.
• Report supply needs or safety concerns to the leadership team.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with teachers and leadership.
• Supervise children and maintain safety standards.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.

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.

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.

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.