Lead Teacher - Infant and Toddler
The Gardner School has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Infant-Toddler Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility. An ideal candidate has a love for the early childhood profession and a strong, positive curiosity about life that sparks confidence and joy in those around them.
Our Culture is Best in Class!
At The Gardner School, you will be part of a caring, fun, dynamic group of professional teachers that thrive on providing exceptional educational experiences. You will work in an environment that values your contributions and provides you with the resources you need to apply high- quality, developmentally appropriate programs. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. 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.
At The Gardner School we strongly believe in promoting from within, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to grow and flourish within our privately-owned company
Essential Job Duties for Lead Infant-Toddler Teachers:
● Develop and maintain a safe and nurturing classroom environment in which
children can learn and grow.
● Introduce and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum which reflects
observations and goals of individual children.
● Plan and execute age-appropriate weekly lesson plans.
● Engage and communicate with individual children during the activities and
routines.
● Facilitate regular parent/guardian communication and conferences to discuss
orientation, transitions, and development goals.
● Follow all safety and health rules while supervising all children at all times.
● Demonstrate awareness of the entire group whether working with a small group
or individuals.
● Keep the environment (classroom) and equipment safe, clean and attractive.
● Support organizational mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies to
parents/guardians and coworkers.
● Offer and share ideas and materials with coworkers.
● Participate actively with your peers through communication, collaboration, and
curriculum planning.
● Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience
Requirements for Lead Infant-Toddler Teachers:
● Associates Degree or CDA a must, BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education or related degree preferred
● Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and must be able to pass a
background check
● One year of professional experience preferred
● Must love working with children and have a loving and nurturing personality.
● Excellent communication skills, including personal face-to-face communications
with parents, staff, and children.
● Strong organizational skills.
● Computer literacy required.
Physical Demands:
● Frequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and
infants of 10 to 40 pounds
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person