Experienced Lead Teacher (ECT) - Toddlers- FT

The Learning Experience #354; Commerce City (CO); On-site; COP 92,524,000 - 105,742,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking an Experienced Lead Teacher (ECT) for Toddlers to join our team full-time. You will lead a safe, nurturing classroom and deliver our L.E.A.P. Curriculum while guiding fellow teachers and communicating with families.

Required is 1 year of teaching experience, Colorado credential level 2+, an associate degree or higher in ECE, and CPR/First Aid preferred. Competitive hourly pay and benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• 1 year of professional teaching experience required.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP).
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Associate degree or higher in ECE or related field preferred; HS diploma/GED required.
• Must maintain state guidelines and ongoing training for the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall classroom, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Implement the L.E.A.P. Curriculum with infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children.
• Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Communicate regularly with parents about children’s progress via apps and discussions.
• Collaborate with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment and engagement goals.
• Build relationships with families and coworkers to create a dynamic learning environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

DAP knowledge

Professionalism

Training compliance

Education

Associate degree or higher in ECE or related

High school diploma/GED required

Colorado ECE Credential 3.0 Level 2+

Job description

Future Opening: Experienced Lead Teacher (ECT) - Toddlers- FT

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Lead Teachers at The Learning Experience are ambassadors of happiness, creating opportunities every day that reflect our mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities.

Our passionate teachers use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.

Role Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall classroom management, leading a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Serve as a role model, using a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
• Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children's latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
• Support your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement.
• Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly.

Qualifications:

• 1 year of professional teaching experience required.
• State of Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Level 2+ required.
• Associate degree or higher in ECE or related degree preferred. High school diploma/GED required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP).
• CPR and First Aide certification preferred.
• Easily maintains the proper level of professionalism in the classroom, with peers, administration and parents/families.
• Must maintain annual and recommended state specific guidelines and The Learning Experience ongoing training for the role.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer:

• A workplace where you can feel at home and a part of our diverse TLE Reunion Family!!
• CPR/First aid training
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Community outreach activities
• Retirement
• Family and Medical Leave Insurance
• Medical, dental and vision insurance

Compensation: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

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.

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.

Living TLE®'s mission and values every day

Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of a child, their families, and the communities we serve.We achieve this mission through three core values: an Innovative Mindset, a Collaborative Spirit, and Community Impact.

The enthusiasm, commitment and care from our people is what makes TLE® the best place to work in early childhood education. Your talents will shine in our Centers. They're great places to pursue your passion for teaching, daycare and providing quality early childhood education.

See for yourself what makes TLE® Centers special

Step inside a TLE Center and see how we've designed and built every classroom to ensure our little learners and staff are safe and supported.

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