The Gardner School·Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Lead and inspire a classroom by planning developmentally appropriate lessons while mentoring assistant teachers. Maintain a safe, compliant, and joyful environment while building meaningful relationships with children and families.
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We're Hiring! Join our team as a Lead Teacher at The Gardner School of Lake Elmo!
We have an exciting opportunity for Lead Infant & Prekindergarten Teachers working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Lake Elmo, 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.
Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $18.70-$23.10 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: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.
• 2+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead experience preferred)
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.
Market context
In Minnesota, lead infant and prekindergarten teacher openings often reflect steady demand for experienced early childhood educators who can support classroom routines, family communication, and developmental learning. These roles are competitive because employers commonly look for a CDA or associate’s degree, two years of experience, and current CPR/First Aid, with a bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight infant or pre-K classroom experience and current certifications.