Toddler Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

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

Toddler Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience – Cascade

Pay: $17–$21 per hour, based on experience and credentials
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience is looking for an energetic and nurturing Toddler Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team.

Toddlers are constantly exploring, communicating, moving, and discovering new independence. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll create a warm and structured classroom that turns that natural curiosity into meaningful opportunities to learn and grow.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily routines and learning experiences in a Toddler classroom 
• Implement The Learning Experience’s proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum 
• Create hands-on activities supporting language, movement, creativity, and exploration 
• Encourage independence and positive social-emotional development 
• Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions 
• Maintain consistent routines and positive classroom guidance 
• Observe developmental progress and support individual milestones 
• Communicate regularly with families 
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers 
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom 
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing requirements 

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required 
• Previous professional toddler, daycare, preschool, or childcare experience strongly preferred 
• Toddler classroom experience preferred 
• Lead Teacher experience is a plus 
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework preferred 
• Strong communication and classroom management skills 
• Patient, energetic, dependable, and nurturing 
• Must meet applicable Michigan childcare licensing requirements 

What We Offer

• $17–$21 per hour, based on experience and credentials 
• Full-time Monday–Friday schedule 
• Paid training and professional development 
• Employee childcare discount 
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team 
• Opportunities for continued professional growth 

Apply today to join The Learning Experience and help toddlers turn their natural curiosity into exciting opportunities to learn, explore, and grow.