Toddler Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

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

Toddler Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education
Location: The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY
Pay: $20–$24 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Start: ASAP

The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is hiring a nurturing and experienced Toddler Lead Teacher to create a warm, engaging classroom for our active and curious little learners.

Our Toddler Lead Teachers help children build language, independence, social-emotional skills, and confidence through hands-on learning and consistent daily routines. You'll lead your classroom while working closely with families, fellow teachers, and center leadership.

What You'll Do

• Lead a safe, nurturing, and engaging toddler classroom

• Implement developmentally appropriate activities and our L.E.A.P. Curriculum

• Encourage language development, independence, movement, and social-emotional growth

• Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and classroom transitions

• Provide consistent routines and positive behavior guidance

• Observe children's development and celebrate important milestones

• Maintain required classroom documentation

• Build strong, professional relationships with families

• Guide and collaborate with classroom support teachers

• Follow applicable New York City childcare regulations

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education required
  
  
• Previous toddler, daycare, preschool, or early childhood teaching experience preferred

• Lead classroom experience strongly preferred

• Strong understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate practices

• Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented

• Strong communication and classroom management skills

• Must meet applicable New York City childcare requirements

What We Offer

• $20–$24 per hour , based on experience and qualifications

• 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 – Hell's Kitchen and help create a classroom where toddlers feel safe, confident, and excited to learn each day.