Lead Toddler Teacher — Growth, PD & Impact

The Gardner School; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Childcare tuition discount

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

CDA program

Job summary

The Gardner School of Eagan is hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. Lead with care, plan engaging lessons, mentor assistants, and build strong relationships with families.

Requirements include a CDA or Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), CPR/First Aid, 2+ years of early childhood experience, and eligibility to work in the U.S. Strong English and basic PC skills are essential. We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s in ECE preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• 2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead preferred).
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the classroom with creativity, care, and excellence.
• Mentor assistant teachers and model core values.
• Build meaningful relationships with families and children.
• Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Mentoring staff

Family engagement

English communication

Education

CDA or Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Gardner School of Eagan is hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher to join our state-of-the-art preschool. Lead with care, plan engaging lessons, mentor assistants, and build strong relationships with families.

Requirements include a CDA or Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), CPR/First Aid, 2+ years of early childhood experience, and eligibility to work in the U.S. Strong English and basic PC skills are essential. We offer competitive pay and benefits.