Lead Toddler Teacher
- Location
- New York
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Compensation
- $20 – $24
About this role
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
Location: The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards, New York, NY
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Do you love working with toddlers and helping them discover new skills, build confidence, and develop independence?
The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards is hiring an experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging classroom where young children can learn, play, and grow.
As a Lead Teacher, you'll guide daily classroom activities, implement our L.E.A.P. Curriculum, support children's developmental milestones, and provide leadership to Assistant Teachers.
We're looking for a patient, creative educator who enjoys building strong relationships with families and takes pride in creating meaningful early learning experiences.
What You'll Do
Inspire Learning & Development
- Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate toddler learning activities
- Teach The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through hands-on exploration and play
- Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
- Encourage independence, communication, and positive peer relationships
- Observe developmental milestones and maintain required assessments and documentation
Lead Your Classroom
- Manage daily classroom routines, lesson plans, and transitions
- Guide and support Assistant Teachers and classroom support staff
- Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment
- Use positive behavior guidance and developmentally appropriate teaching practices
- Support feeding, diapering, toileting, and other toddler care routines
Build Strong Relationships
- Communicate regularly with families about their child's day and development
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership
- Support family engagement and center activities
- Maintain professional, positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
Maintain Quality & Safety
- Follow New York City childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
- Maintain active supervision and required classroom ratios
- Ensure classroom practices meet curriculum and quality standards
- Participate in required training and professional development
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education required
- Previous professional toddler teaching or early childhood education experience required
- Experience leading a classroom or mentoring Assistant Teachers preferred
- Strong knowledge of toddler development and developmentally appropriate practices
- Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
- Patient, dependable, nurturing, and team-oriented
- Must meet applicable New York City childcare licensing, background screening, and regulatory requirements
What We Offer
- $20.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Full-time employment
- Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with available company match
- Employee childcare discount
- Paid training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
- Supportive teaching team and collaborative work environment
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Toddler Teacher ready to lead a classroom and make a meaningful difference in children's lives, we'd love to meet you!
Join The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards and help our youngest learners develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.
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