Toddler Lead Teacher

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Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Toddler Lead Teacher (Ages 2-3)

Location: The Learning Experience

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Pay: $17-$18 per hour

The Learning Experience is seeking a confident and compassionate Toddler Lead Teacher to oversee a classroom serving children ages 2-3. This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys guiding young learners through early independence, language development, and social growth in a structured, play-based environment.

Our toddler program emphasizes consistency, positive guidance, and hands-on learning that supports developmental milestones while maintaining predictable daily routines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations of a toddler classroom while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment

• Plan and facilitate learning experiences aligned with The Learning Experience curriculum

• Support children through routines such as potty training, meals, rest periods, and transitions

• Provide direction and feedback to assistant teachers to ensure classroom consistency

• Monitor developmental progress and share observations with families and leadership

• Maintain classroom documentation and adhere to licensing and health standards

Required Qualifications:

• CDA credential preferred

• Previous experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare setting

• Strong understanding of age-appropriate practices and classroom structure

• Dependable, organized, and team-focused

• Ability to meet all state childcare licensing and background requirements

What We Offer:

• Collaborative, supportive teaching environment

• Paid training and professional development

• Advancement opportunities within the center

• Childcare discounts

• Benefits for eligible full-time employees

Apply today to lead a toddler classroom where children gain confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Compensation: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.

The Learning Experience - Newark

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE, we've created a full cast of characters that become our little learners' educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.