Lead Preschool Teacher chez The Gardner School

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Lead Preschool Teacher – The Gardner School of Lake Elmo-Woodbury | Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field required

Position Overview

The Gardner School of Lake Elmo-Woodbury is seeking a warm, engaging, and experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to guide a classroom of young learners. You will help create a space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired every day. As a leader in the classroom, you will model curiosity, connection, and a commitment to making a positive impact on each child and family you support.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Range: $18.70–$23.10 per hour, based on experience and education

• Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Paid time off and paid holidays

  • Childcare tuition discount

  • Professional development and continued education support

  • Career growth opportunities within a high-quality preschool network

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You’ll be part of a school that puts children first, celebrating each child’s growth and individuality

• You’ll work in a trust-filled environment where professionalism, honesty, and strong partnerships with families matter

• You’ll have the opportunity to bring forward new ideas — we value creativity and innovation in the classroom

• You’ll make a difference every day by helping children build confidence, friendships, and foundational skills

• You’ll experience a collaborative, welcoming community where teachers are supported and appreciated

Qualifications

• Teacher qualification under Minnesota Department of Human Services requirements

• 2+ years of experience in an early childhood education setting (lead or co-lead experience preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required

• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

• Understanding of early learning best practices and child development

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with a positive, professional approach

• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (required)

• Regular and reliable attendance

Skills & Physical Requirements

• Ability to foster an engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environment

• Able to adapt instruction to meet diverse individual learning needs

• Active involvement throughout the day, including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs

• Ability to meet cognitive and interpersonal demands including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships

• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Gardner School is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected category under applicable law.

The Gardner School is an academically focused preschool for ages 6 Weeks to 5 Years. 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 locations in 8 states and are growing. We strongly believe in a strong internal path to promotions, rewarding our amazing teachers with opportunities to gain experience within our privately-owned company. Above all, we choose faculty members who love the early childhood profession and have a strong, positive curiosity about life that sparks confidence and joy in those around.