Lead Teachers

TGS Holdings, LLC; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 29,274 - 36,162; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (hourly)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Gardner School in Andover, MA is opening a new, state-of-the-art preschool this fall and is hiring passionate educators and leaders.

Join our founding team to mentor teachers, build relationships with families, plan engaging lessons, and maintain a joyful, safe classroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent in ECE or related field required.
• Alternative: Associate's in ECE or related, or HS diploma with EEC Lead Teacher Certification and 36 months experience.
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification if not current.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model best practices.
• 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

Relationship building

Lesson planning

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related

Associate's in Early Childhood Education or related

HS diploma + EEC Lead Teacher Certification + 36 months experience

Job description

It is 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.

Join the Founding Team at Our Brand-New Preschool in Andover, MA! Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Gardner School is opening a new, state-of-the-art preschool in Andover, MA this fall, and we’re HIRING NOW for passionate educators and leaders.

If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in the lives of children and parents, The Gardner School is the place for you.

About Our New School

Our Andover campus will feature:

• Purposefully designed classrooms with the latest in ECE tools and technology
• Dedicated enrichment and STEM spaces
• A warm, engaging, and professional environment built on our core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Making a Difference

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $21.25-$26.25 per hour, based on education and experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• childcare tuition discount
• paid holidays
• and professional development opportunities
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related; or High school diploma plus EEC Lead Teacher Certification and 36 months experience.
• 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 relationships
• 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.

The 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.