Lead Teachers

The Gardner School; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

The Gardner School in Milton, MA seeks passionate Lead Teachers for our brand-new preschool. You will lead a classroom, mentor assistants, and build strong relationships with families while delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons.

We value safety, joy, and a culture of learning. Competitive hourly pay from $21.25 to $26.25, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth await the right candidate who shares our Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Making a

Qualifications

• ;Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or an Associate's degree in ECE.
• ;High school diploma plus EEC Lead Teacher Certification and 36 months experience.
• ;Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• ;2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead preferred).

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.
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment.
• Build meaningful relationships with families and children.

Skills

Lead classroom management

Mentor teachers

Family engagement

Creativity in teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

High school diploma + EEC Lead Teacher Certification

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 Milton, MA!Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Gardner School is opening a new, state-of-the-art preschool in Milton, MA this fall, and we’re HIRING NOW for passionate educators and leaders. APPLY NOW to join our founding team as a Lead Teacher!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 Milton campus will feature:Purposefully designed classrooms with the latest in ECE tools and technologyDedicated enrichment and STEM spacesA warm, engaging, and professional environment built on our core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Making a DifferenceWhat You’ll Do As a Lead Teacher:Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellenceMentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a DifferenceBuild meaningful relationships with families and childrenPlan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosityMaintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environmentWhat We Offer:Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $21.25-$26.25 per hour, based on education and experienceComprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunitiesCareer 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 relationshipsAbility 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.