The Gardner School·Minnetonka, Minnesota
Lead a preschool or prekindergarten classroom by creating developmentally appropriate lesson plans and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment. Mentor assistant teachers and build collaborative relationships with families.
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The Gardner School — Minnetonka, MN $19.00 – $23.00 per hour | Full-Time | CDA or Associate’s in ECE Required | Bachelor’s Preferred We're Hiring!
Join our team as a Lead Teacher at The Gardner School of Minnetonka!
We have an exciting opportunity for Lead Teachers in our Preschool and Prekindergarten programs.
At The Gardner School of Minnetonka, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference.
Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.
What You’ll Do Lead your classroom with warmth, creativity, and excellence Mentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values Build lasting relationships with families through communication and collaboration Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans that support exploration and growth Ensure classroom safety, compliance, and a joyful, nurturing environment
Competitive Pay: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour, based on education and experience Additional Compensation: Our school participates in the Minnesota Great Start Compensation Support Payment Program, providing financial support to eligible early childhood educators 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 our growing organization If you’re passionate about nurturing young children and growing your career in early childhood education, come teach with us at The Gardner School of Minnetonka! 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.
A CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education is required, while a Bachelor's degree is preferred. Candidates must be passionate about nurturing young children and professional in their approach to teaching.
Market context
In Minnesota, lead preschool and prekindergarten teacher openings often draw candidates with early childhood credentials and classroom experience, especially when programs need educators who can support school readiness and family communication. These roles are competitive because employers commonly look for a CDA or associate degree, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and value a professional, nurturing teaching style. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm how your credential level aligns before applying.
