Toddler Lead Teacher
Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
Toddler Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education
Location: The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY
Pay: $20–$24 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Start: ASAP
The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is hiring a nurturing and experienced Toddler Lead Teacher to create a warm, engaging classroom for our active and curious little learners.
Our Toddler Lead Teachers help children build language, independence, social-emotional skills, and confidence through hands-on learning and consistent daily routines. You'll lead your classroom while working closely with families, fellow teachers, and center leadership.
What You'll Do
- Lead a safe, nurturing, and engaging toddler classroom
- Implement developmentally appropriate activities and our L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Encourage language development, independence, movement, and social-emotional growth
- Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and classroom transitions
- Provide consistent routines and positive behavior guidance
- Observe children's development and celebrate important milestones
- Maintain required classroom documentation
- Build strong, professional relationships with families
- Guide and collaborate with classroom support teachers
- Follow applicable New York City childcare regulations
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education required
- Previous toddler, daycare, preschool, or early childhood teaching experience preferred
- Lead classroom experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate practices
- Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- Must meet applicable New York City childcare requirements
What We Offer
- $20–$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Full-time Monday–Friday schedule
- Paid training and professional development
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
- Opportunities for continued professional growth
Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen and help create a classroom where toddlers feel safe, confident, and excited to learn each day.