Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience•Riverview, FL

15d

About The Position

The Lead Teacher at The Learning Experience provides educational leadership in an early childhood classroom, setting a foundation for lifelong learning and creating a joyful, safe, and welcoming environment. The role includes planning and preparing engaging activities, implementing the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children, and adapting teaching to children’s individual developmental needs. Lead Teachers communicate with families about children’s progress and milestones, and collaborate with colleagues and center leadership on retention, enrollment, and engagement goals. The position requires meeting state-specific role guidelines and state and federal health and safety requirements. The Learning Experience’s curriculum is based on six ages and stages of early childhood development and uses hands-on learning to encourage children to explore and solve problems at their own pace.

Requirements

Meet state-specific guidelines for the Lead Teacher role.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Extended experience in a childcare setting, including a history of classroom leadership roles.
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 stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry 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 in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.

Nice To Haves

Early childhood education coursework.
A passion for early childhood education and children’s developmental needs.
Enthusiasm for guiding and mentoring other educators.
A growth mindset and commitment to fostering children’s lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and collaborate to create a stimulating and welcoming classroom where children can play, learn, and grow.
Implement the L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and adapt teaching to the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children.
Prioritize a safe and nurturing environment and safeguard children.
Update parents regularly about 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.
Identify and address potential risks in the childcare setting.
Meet children’s daily care needs, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Model and encourage communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Keep children active, engaged, and involved in developmentally appropriate activities.
Supervise children by sight and sound.
Maintain composure, patience, professionalism, mental and physical alertness, and consistent energy while performing essential job functions.