Toddler Lead Teacher

Toddler Lead Teacher - Early Childhood EducationThe Learning Experience - Jenison Jenison, MI Pay: $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Do you love the stage when children are discovering new words, testing their independence, and exploring absolutely everything? The Learning Experience - Jenison is hiring an experienced Toddler Lead Teacher to turn that natural curiosity into engaging learning experiences while providing the consistency and positive guidance young children need.Key ResponsibilitiesLead daily Toddler classroom activities and routinesImplement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. CurriculumEngage children through sensory play, art, music, movement, stories, language, and hands-on explorationEncourage communication, independence, and positive social interactionsSupport diapering, toileting, meals, rest time, and transitionsUse positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom managementObserve and document children's developmental progressGuide and collaborate with Assistant TeachersBuild positive relationships and communicate regularly with familiesMaintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroomFollow Michigan licensing and center requirementsQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredPrevious professional childcare or early childhood classroom experience requiredToddler classroom experience strongly preferredCDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or other qualifying credential preferredMust meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead CaregiverPatient, energetic, organized, and dependableWhat We Offer$17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualificationsFull-time Monday-Friday scheduleHealth, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employeesPaid time offPaid training and professional developmentEmployee childcare discountCareer growth and advancement opportunitiesAt 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.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.