Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience•Sunrise, FL

About The Position

The Lead Teacher at The Learning Experience creates meaningful moments that support the company’s mission to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. The role establishes an academic foundation for lifelong learning and inspires joy, curiosity, and confidence in children. Lead Teachers plan and prepare a stimulating, welcoming classroom; implement the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children, adapting instruction to individual needs; and maintain a safe, nurturing environment. They communicate regularly with parents about children’s progress and milestones, using mobile apps and in-person discussions, and collaborate with center staff and leadership on retention, enrollment, and engagement goals. The position also involves guiding and mentoring educators, building warm relationships with families and colleagues, and meeting children’s daily caregiving needs.

Requirements

Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Extended experience in a childcare setting, with a history of classroom leadership roles.
Passion for early childhood education and commitment to children's developmental needs.
Meet state and federal requirements, including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.
Demonstrate judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
Ability to supervise children by sight and sound.
Ability to maintain mental and physical alertness and consistent energy to perform essential job functions.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds safely, and reach, stretch, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to use a stool or ladder to access high places as needed.
Ability to work outdoors during portions of the day in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.

Nice To Haves

Early childhood education coursework.
Enthusiasm for early education and expertise in guiding and mentoring other educators.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and collaborate to create a stimulating, welcoming classroom where children can play, learn, and grow.
Implement the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and adapt teaching approaches to the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children.
Prioritize a safe, nurturing environment in which children are protected and can thrive.
Regularly update parents on children's progress and milestones through mobile apps and in-person discussions.
Collaborate with center staff and leadership to support retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
Build warm relationships with families and colleagues.
Guide and mentor other educators.
Identify and address potential risks in the childcare setting.
Meet children's daily needs, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Model and encourage strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Keep children active, engaged, and involved in developmentally appropriate activities.
Maintain composure, patience, and professionalism.