Lead Teachers

The Gardner School; Hingham (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; 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

Job summary

The Gardner School is opening a brand-new preschool in Hingham, MA, and is hiring for a Lead Teacher to guide a classroom with creativity, care, and high standards.

You will mentor assistants, build strong relationships with families, and plan engaging lessons while ensuring safety and compliance in a joyful learning environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead preferred).
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Early Childhood Education or related field, or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, 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

Child development

Classroom management

Family communication

Lesson planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in ECE

Associate in ECE

High school + Lead Teacher cert

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.

Join the Founding Team at Our Brand-New Preschool in Hingham, MA!

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Gardner School is opening a new, state-of-the- art preschool in Hingham, 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

• 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 As a Lead Teacher

• 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
• 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: 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.