Toddler Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience • South Lyon, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced Toddler Lead Teacher to create an engaging classroom where young children can explore, communicate, and develop confidence through hands-on learning and play. We are connecting with qualified early childhood educators interested in opportunities at our South Lyon-area childcare centers. At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff. At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood classroom experience required
• Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver
• Patient, energetic, dependable, and confident leading a classroom

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Toddler classroom activities and routines
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Engage children through sensory play, art, music, movement, stories, and language
• Encourage communication, independence, and positive social interactions
• Support diapering, toileting, 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 positive relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing 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
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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