Lead Early Childhood Teacher - 2-Year-Old Classroom

The Learning Experience•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is hiring a Lead Early Childhood Teacher for a classroom serving children ages 2 to 2.5 at its Manhattan locations on the Upper West Side and Columbus Circle. The teacher leads daily classroom activities and routines, implementing the L.E.A.P. Curriculum and providing engaging, hands-on experiences that support language development, independence, confidence, and early social interactions. The role includes supporting children with toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and transitions; using positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management; observing and documenting developmental progress; and maintaining a safe, organized, welcoming classroom. The Lead Teacher collaborates with Assistant Teachers, communicates regularly with families, and follows NYC childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position paying $21-$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. The franchise offers paid training and professional development, an employee childcare discount, a collaborative teaching team, and opportunities for career growth.

Requirements

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related qualifying field, or enrollment in an approved study plan toward an associate degree, as permitted by applicable NYC regulations.
Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood classroom experience.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Must meet applicable NYC Article 47 Group Teacher qualifications for the assigned classroom.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching children ages 2-3.
Previous Lead Teacher experience.

Responsibilities

Lead daily classroom activities and routines for children ages 2-2.5.
Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
Create engaging sensory, art, music, movement, language, and hands-on learning experiences.
Encourage independence, communication, and positive social interactions.
Support toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions.
Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management.
Observe and document children's developmental progress.
Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families.
Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom.
Follow NYC childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.