Lead Infant & Toddler Teachers

The Gardner School of Cambridge is an academically focused preschool for ages 6 weeks to 5 years. We provide extensive training, orientation, and continuing education programs to support our teachers.

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

• Competitive pay: $21.25–$26.25 per hour, based on education and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth: opportunities for advancement within the organization.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; or Associate’s degree with at least 9 months of experience; or High School diploma with EEC-approved courses and 36 months of experience.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Minimum 2 years of early childhood education experience, with lead or co‑lead experience preferred.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship; regular and reliable attendance.
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks.
• Physical ability to stand, sit on the floor, bend, and lift up to approximately 60 lbs.
• Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of classroom leadership, including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.