Lead Early Childhood Teacher – 2-Year-Old Classroom
Location: The Learning Experience – Tuckahoe, NJ
Pay: $20–$23 per hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Lead Early Childhood Teacher – Help Two-Year-Olds Build Confidence and Independence
The Learning Experience – Tuckahoe is seeking an experienced Lead Early Childhood Teacher to lead our 2-Year-Old classroom. This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about guiding toddlers through one of the most exciting stages of development, where language, independence, curiosity, and social-emotional skills flourish.
As the Lead Teacher, you'll create a nurturing, structured classroom where children learn through purposeful play while mentoring Assistant Teachers and building strong partnerships with families.
What You'll Do
- Lead the daily operation of our 2-Year-Old classroom using The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
- Foster independence through consistent routines, positive guidance, and hands-on exploration
- Create a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
- Mentor and support Assistant Teachers while promoting teamwork and classroom consistency
- Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and developmental updates
- Observe and document children's developmental progress
- Maintain compliance with all New Jersey childcare licensing regulations and health and safety standards
Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, CDA, or High School Diploma with at least five years of relevant early childhood experience
- Previous experience leading a toddler or two-year-old classroom preferred
- Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices
- Excellent classroom management, leadership, and communication skills
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Must meet all applicable New Jersey childcare licensing requirements
What We Offer
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Competitive pay of $20–$23 per hour
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Paid professional development and continuing education
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
- Opportunities for career advancement within The Learning Experience
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience – Tuckahoe and help our two-year-olds build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning while becoming part of a team dedicated to making Happy Happens Here every day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
The Learning Experience
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.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.
