Lead Childcare Teacher

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Lead Childcare Teacher

The Learning Experience

Pay Range: $18-$20 per hour

We are looking for a caring, passionate, and dedicated Lead Childcare Teacher to join our team!

At The Learning Experience, we believe that "happy happens here." Our classrooms are joyful, engaging environments where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. As a Lead Childcare Teacher, you will play a key role in creating meaningful learning experiences that help children learn, play, grow, and thrive .

What We Offer

• $18-$20 per hour
• Engaging classrooms: Work in an immersive learning environment with quality materials, resources, technology, and curriculum designed to encourage children to learn through play and exploration.
• Professional growth: Access ongoing training, professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement pathways.
• Supportive team environment: Collaborate with educators and leaders who value teamwork, creativity, and a shared commitment to children and families.
• Benefits: Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Do

As a Lead Childcare Teacher , you will take an active leadership role in your classroom and be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead daily classroom activities and implement our proprietary curriculum in an engaging and developmentally appropriate manner.
• Plan and provide age-appropriate learning experiences that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Create a warm, welcoming classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to learn.
• Establish consistent classroom routines and provide positive guidance and redirection when needed.
• Maintain active supervision of children and ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and quality standards, as well as applicable state licensing requirements.
• Maintain accurate classroom records, attendance, and required documentation.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and families regarding their child's daily experiences, development, accomplishments, and milestones.
• Build positive relationships with families and help create a strong connection between home and school.
• Work collaboratively with Assistant Teachers and other team members to provide consistent, high-quality care and education.
• Support and mentor Assistant Teachers by modeling positive classroom practices and teamwork.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, professional development, and other center activities.
• Use creativity, enthusiasm, and our engaging characters to make learning fun and meaningful for children.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with and educating young children.
• Is dependable, patient, nurturing, creative, and enthusiastic.
• Has strong communication and organizational skills.
• Enjoys taking ownership of a classroom and working collaboratively with a team.
• Can create a positive and structured learning environment.
• Is comfortable communicating with parents and families.
• Is committed to following health, safety, and licensing requirements.
• Has a high school diploma or GED ; early childhood education coursework or a degree is preferred.
• Meets all applicable state licensing requirements for a Lead Childcare Teacher.

Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Previous experience as a Lead Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Childcare Teacher, or Assistant Teacher.
• Experience creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Early childhood education coursework or credentials.
• Current Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid certification.
• Completed MiRegistry coursework

There are applicable state licensing requirements for this role

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about early childhood education, enjoy creating meaningful experiences for children, and are ready to lead a classroom where "happy happens here," we'd love to meet you!

Apply today to learn more about joining The Learning Experience as a Lead Childcare Teacher

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour


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.


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.