Toddler Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience • Manassas, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience - Manassas City is hiring a Toddler Lead Teacher to lead a classroom where children build confidence, develop communication skills, and learn through play. The teacher takes ownership of the classroom, guides daily routines, and supports children through important developmental milestones while building strong relationships with families.

The role involves implementing The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through age-appropriate activities and supporting toddlers' language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development. The teacher creates a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom and follows Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at the Manassas City, Virginia location. Pay is $18.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Previous professional toddler classroom or early childhood education experience.
• Strong understanding of toddler development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Experience planning and implementing classroom learning activities.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Patient, nurturing, dependable, and organized.
• Must meet applicable Virginia Lead Teacher qualifications, background screening, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily toddler classroom routines and learning experiences.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through age-appropriate activities.
• Support early language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Create sensory, music, movement, art, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Encourage independence, positive peer interactions, and early communication skills.
• Support toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions.
• Use positive behavior guidance and maintain consistent classroom routines.
• Observe and document children's developmental progress.
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
• Communicate regularly with families about children's daily experiences and growth.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom.
• Follow Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Benefits

• Free uniforms.
• Health insurance for eligible employees.
• Opportunity for advancement and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Training and professional development, including paid training.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with available company match.
• Competitive salary.
• Dental insurance for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts, including an employee childcare discount.
• Flexible schedule.
• Supportive teaching team and collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed