Lead Infant Teacher

The Gardner School; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition discount

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

The Gardner School of Arlington is hiring a Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher. You will lead a classroom with creativity, care, and excellence, mentor assistants, and model core values. Plan engaging lessons, ensure safety and joyful learning, and build strong relationships with families.

Competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development are offered to support growth and a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Education or certification in early childhood education.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or required upon hire.
• Experience working with infants and toddlers is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model school values.
• Plan developmentally appropriate lessons and spark curiosity.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment.

Education

CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

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.We're Hiring! Join our team as a Lead Teacher at The Gardner School of Arlington!We have an exciting opportunity for Lead Infant & Toddler Teachers working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Arlington, 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:Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellenceMentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a DifferenceBuild meaningful relationships with families and childrenPlan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosityMaintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environmentWhat We Offer:Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $20.40-$25.20 per hour, based on education and experienceComprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunitiesCareer Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.Qualifications:Education/Certification:CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree (required); Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree (preferred)Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)Experience:2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead experience preferred)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 relationshipsAbility 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.