Lead Infant Teacher

The Gardner School • Cincinnati, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gardner School of Cincinnati is hiring a Lead Infant Teacher for their State-of-the-Art facility. The school believes learning begins with love and is looking for passionate, professional individuals to join their team. This role offers an opportunity to be valued, supported in growth, and have your impact celebrated.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree (required)
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• 1+ years of early childhood education experience (lead or co-lead experience preferred)
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Required)
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Intermediate PC skills and proficiency with general administrative tasks. (Required)
• Active engagement throughout the day including standing, sitting on the floor, bending, and lifting up to ~60 lbs.
• Ability to fulfill cognitive and interpersonal aspects of a classroom leadership including speaking, hearing, reading, writing, focusing attention, and building relationships
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• CDA (preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• childcare tuition discount
• paid holidays
• professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree