The Learning Experience

Lead Toddler Teacher

The Learning Experience  •  $20 - $23/hr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

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Benefits:
  • 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
Lead Toddler Teacher (Early Childhood Education)

Location: The Learning Experience – Upper West Side, New York, NY
Pay: $20–$23 per hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Lead Toddler Teacher – Early Learning Classroom

The Learning Experience – Upper West Side is seeking a caring and experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to guide our toddler classroom. This role supports children during an important stage of language development, independence, and social-emotional growth through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

As the Lead Teacher, you will create a warm, structured classroom environment while mentoring assistant teachers and building strong relationships with families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily classroom routines for toddler-aged children

  • Implement engaging activities using The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum

  • Foster children's language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development

  • Create a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment

  • Guide and support assistant teachers to ensure classroom consistency

  • Build strong partnerships with families through regular communication

  • Observe and document children's developmental progress

  • Maintain compliance with New York State and NYC licensing requirements

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

  • CDA accepted

  • Previous toddler classroom experience preferred

  • Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice

  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills

  • Must meet all New York State and NYC childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay of $20–$23 based on education and experience

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

  • Employee childcare discount

Apply today and become part of a team where young children build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Compensation: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour


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.

The Learning Experience

About The Learning Experience

The Learning Experience, a leader in early childhood education and developmental offerings, has successfully created one of the most trusted brands in the childcare industry. With nearly 400 operating centers and 250 more under development, The Learning Experience delivers a safe and joyful environment where more than 50,000 children are happy to learn, play and grow!

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Year Founded
2002
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