Lead Teacher: Inspire Growth & Make a Difference in Preschool

TGS Holdings, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School of Nashville is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide a classroom with creativity, care, and excellence. You will mentor assistant teachers, modeling core values and building strong relationships with families and children.

You will plan developmentally appropriate lessons, maintain a safe and joyful classroom, and ensure compliance with standards. A CDA or associate’s degree is required, with a bachelor's preferred, plus CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: CDA or Associate's 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 preferred).
• Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements: Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Regular attendance. Proficiency with general administrative tasks. Active engagement in a classroom setting including lifting up to ~60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your 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

Early childhood education

Classroom leadership

Communication skills

Attendance reliability

Education

CDA or Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Administrative tasks

Job description

The Gardner School of Nashville is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide a classroom with creativity, care, and excellence. You will mentor assistant teachers, modeling core values and building strong relationships with families and children.

You will plan developmentally appropriate lessons, maintain a safe and joyful classroom, and ensure compliance with standards. A CDA or associate’s degree is required, with a bachelor's preferred, plus CPR/First Aid certification.