Lead Teachers

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

Benefits offered by this job

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 of Cambridge is hiring a Lead Teacher to inspire and guide a classroom with creativity, care, and high standards. You will mentor co-lead teachers, nurture relationships with families and children, and plan engaging lessons that spark curiosity in a supportive environment.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits; growth opportunities within a privately-owned school with a strong emphasis on professional development and a positive, loving learning culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related (or equivalent).
• Current 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. (Required)
• Regular attendance and basic computer/administrative tasks. (Required)
• Active daily engagement including movement and lifting up to ~60 lbs.
• Strong communication, reading, writing, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model core values.
• Build relationships with families and children.
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Reading & writing

Work authorization (US)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related

Associate's Degree in ECE or related with 9 months experience

High School Diploma with EEC courses and 36 months experience

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 Cambridge! We have an exciting opportunity for Lead Teachers working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Cambridge, 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 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 pay range for this position is $21.25-$26.25 per hour, based on education and experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within our growing organization

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: Bachelor\'s Degree in ECE or related; or Associate\'s Degree in ECE or related, with 9 months of experience; or High School Diploma, with EEC-approved courses and 36 months of 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 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. 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.