At The Gardner School, you will be part of a caring, fun, dynamic group of professional teachers that thrive on providing exceptional educational experiences. 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 an exciting opportunity for a Lead Teacher in our state-of-the-art facility. If you are looking for a place where your experience and expertise are highly valued, and your professional goals are supported. The Gardner School is a perfect fit for you.
Essential Job Duties:
- Develop and maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment where children can learn and grow.
- Introduce and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that reflects the observations and goals of individual children.
- Facilitate regular parent/guardian communication and conferences to discuss orientation, transitions, and development goals.
- Keep the environment and equipment safe, clean, and attractive.
- Participate actively with your peers through communication, collaboration, and curriculum planning.
Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience - Frequently lifts or moves weight, as in raising, carrying, and holding children and infants of 10 to 60 pounds
Requirements and Qualifications:
- One year of professional experience
- Must love working with children and have a loving and nurturing personality
- Excellent communication skills, including personal face-to-face communication with parents, staff, and children
- Strong organizational skills
- BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education or related degree required.
- Intermediate PC skills
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Physical Demands:
- Frequently lifts or moves weight, as in raising, carrying, and holding children and infants of 10 to 60 pounds
- .Ability to operate a computer, phone, and other office equipment as needed
- Ability to lift and carry children up to 60 pounds
- Ability to read, write, speak, hear, think, communicate, concentrate, learn, and work
- Ability to perform the position's essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Perks and Benefits:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k (up to 3% match by the center)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- PTO and Sick time
- 50% off of all age groups except infants.
- Your Birthday off!
Pay Scale:
$19.00-$22.00 per hour