Lead Preschool Teacher — Inspire Growth & Care

TGS Holdings, LLC; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; 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 of Edina is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead our preschool classroom with creativity, care, and excellence. You will mentor assistant teachers and model core values that place Children First and Make a Difference at the heart of daily practice.

Applicants should have a CDA or Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years of experience, with CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• CDA or an Associate's degree in early childhood education is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• 2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead preferred).
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference.
• Build meaningful relationships with families and children.
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Mentoring

Lesson planning

Family communication

Creativity

Education

CDA or Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Gardner School of Edina is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead our preschool classroom with creativity, care, and excellence. You will mentor assistant teachers and model core values that place Children First and Make a Difference at the heart of daily practice.

Applicants should have a CDA or Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years of experience, with CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.