Toddler Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Byron Center • Byron Township, MI

9d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience - Byron Center is hiring an experienced Toddler Lead Teacher to create a classroom where young children feel safe to explore, build new skills, and learn through play. Toddlers are constantly moving, discovering, communicating, and figuring out their growing independence - and we're looking for a Lead Teacher who loves being part of it.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous professional childcare or early childhood classroom experience required
• Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills

Nice To Haves

• Toddler classroom experience strongly preferred
• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or other qualifying credential preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead a nurturing, engaging Toddler classroom
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Plan and lead sensory activities, art, music, movement, stories, language, and hands-on learning
• Encourage communication, independence, and positive social interactions
• Support diapering, toileting, meals, rest time, and daily routines
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management
• Observe and document children's developmental progress
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Follow Michigan licensing and center requirements

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED