Lead Early Childhood Teacher - 2-Year-Old Classroom

The Learning Experience; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle, New York, NY is hiring a Lead Early Childhood Teacher for our 2-year-old classroom. This role leads daily activities and implements the LEAP Curriculum while fostering language development, independence, and social-emotional growth.

We offer competitive pay of $20-$24 per hour, full-time Monday–Friday, health and dental insurance, paid time off, training and development, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet one of the listed education pathways.
• Experience in early childhood settings with toddlers preferred.
• Lead teacher or classroom leadership experience is preferred.
• Must meet New York licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines, activities, and learning experiences.
• Implement The Learning Experience's LEAP Curriculum.
• Create engaging experiences through art, sensory play, music, movement, language, early learning, and imaginative play.
• Support children's communication, independence, and social-emotional development.
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management.
• Support toileting, meals, rest time, and daily care routines.
• Observe and document children's development and progress.
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom.
• Follow New York licensing and center requirements.

Skills

Professional early childhood classroom

Toddlers/2-year-olds experience

Leadership in classroom

Positive guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Current CDA credential

High school diploma + 5 years experience

Job description

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 Early Childhood Teacher - 2-Year-Old Classroom

The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle, New York, NY

Pay: $20-$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle is hiring a Lead Early Childhood Teacher for our 2-year-old classroom.

This is an exciting age where language takes off, independence begins to emerge, and children learn how to navigate friendships, routines, and big emotions. We're looking for an experienced educator who can create a warm, engaging classroom while confidently leading the daily learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines, activities, and learning experiences
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create engaging experiences through art, sensory play, music, movement, language, early learning, and imaginative play
• Support children's communication, independence, and social-emotional development
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management
• Support toileting, meals, rest time, and daily care routines
• Observe and document children's development and progress
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Follow New York licensing and center requirements

Qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one of the following qualification pathways:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related qualifying field
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related qualifying field
• Current CDA credential
• High school diploma or equivalent plus at least 5 years of qualifying early childhood experience

Additionally

• Professional early childhood classroom experience required
• Experience with toddlers or 2-year-olds strongly preferred
• Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and positive guidance
• Must meet applicable New York licensing requirements for the position

What We Offer

• $20-$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Career growth and advancement opportunities