Lead Infant Teacher
The Gardner School•Louisville, KY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Gardner School is seeking a passionate and energetic Lead Infant Teacher for their Louisville, KY location. This role involves leading a classroom with creativity, care, and excellence, mentoring assistant teachers, building relationships with families and children, and planning engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons. The position requires maintaining a safe, compliant, and joyful classroom environment. The Gardner School is a premier preschool with state-of-the-art classrooms and a dynamic curriculum, aiming to foster confident, joyful learners.
Requirements
- Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience (Required)
- Associate's degree or CDA required
- Meets all Kentucky state licensing requirements for early childhood staff
- Reliable and professional with consistent attendance
- Builds positive relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and team members
- Maintains composure and professionalism when addressing stressful situations or unexpected challenges
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. to ensure child safety, facilitate programs, and respond to emergencies.
- Infant and Young Toddler Teachers must be able to safely lift infants in and out of cribs and perform other caregiving duties
- Remains alert and engaged while supervising children at all times
- Meets all background check and fingerprinting requirements per Kentucky state licensing regulations
- Completes required pre-service, onboarding, and annual training hours
- Adheres to all health, safety, and sanitation standards
- Maintains a positive, team-oriented attitude and commitment to The Gardner School’s mission and values
Nice To Haves
- BS or BA degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education or related degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire your classroom with creativity, care, and excellence
- Mentor assistant teachers and model The Gardner School’s core values
- Build meaningful relationships with families and children
- Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that spark curiosity
- Maintain safety, compliance, and a joyful classroom environment
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Birthday paid day off
- Childcare tuition discounts
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
