Lead Infant Teacher

The Learning ExperienceAt 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.Lead TeacherThe Learning Experience is hiring a Lead Teacher to lead a classroom and support the learning and development of infants, toddlers, preschool, and/or Pre-K children. The Lead Teacher implements curriculum, maintains a safe and engaging classroom, communicates with families, and provides guidance to Assistant Teachers.What You'll DoInspires HappinessCreate a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.Build positive relationships with children and familiesPlan age-appropriate learning and play experiencesSupport children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical developmentEncourage curiosity, independence, communication, and confidenceTakes OwnershipLead the daily operation of your classroom.Plan and organize classroom activities, routines, and transitionsMaintain required lesson plans, observations, assessments, and recordsMonitor individual children's needs and developmentMaintain an organized and prepared classroomGuide and support Assistant TeachersBuilds TrustDevelop strong relationships with families and your teaching team.Communicate with families about their child's day, development, and progressRespond to family questions professionallyWork collaboratively with teachers and center leadershipModel positive classroom practices and teamworkSupport and mentor developing teachersDrives Operational ExcellenceProvide consistent, high-quality early childhood education.Implement TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum®Adapt activities to children's ages, abilities, and developmental needsFollow state childcare licensing, health, safety, and supervision requirementsMaintain required classroom ratios and active supervisionSupport children's daily care needs, including feeding, diapering, and toileting as appropriateParticipate in required training and professional developmentElevate the BrandRepresent The Learning Experience and provide a positive experience for families.Maintain TLE classroom and curriculum standardsHelp families understand their child's learning and classroom experienceSupport family engagement and center activitiesCreate a professional and welcoming classroom environmentQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required, unless otherwise permitted by state requirementsMust be at least 18 years oldPrevious childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience requiredClassroom leadership experience preferredECE, Child Development, or Education coursework preferredKnowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practicesStrong classroom management, communication, and organization skillsMust meet applicable state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirementsPhysical RequirementsThis active classroom role requires the ability to supervise children by sight and sound; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor; participate in indoor and outdoor activities; and safely lift up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available. If you have early childhood education experience and are ready to lead a classroom, apply today to join The Learning Experience as a Lead Teacher. Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour