Lead ECE Teacher - 2-Year-Old Classroom | Growth & Benefits

The Learning Experience`; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 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 in Manhattan (Upper West Side and Columbus Circle) is hiring a Lead Early Childhood Teacher for a 2-year-old classroom. You will guide language development, support independence, and foster social skills in a nurturing setting.

We seek an educator who can create engaging, meaningful experiences, manage a busy classroom, and partner with families. Location is on-site; full-time, Monday–Friday schedule; competitive pay with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional childcare, daycare, or preschool settings.
• Experience teaching children ages 2–3 is strongly preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication abilities.
• Must meet NYC Article 47 Group Teacher qualifications for the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom activities and routines for children ages 2–2.5.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Create engaging sensory, art, music, movement, language, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Encourage independence, communication, and positive social interactions.
• Support toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and transitions.
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate management.
• Observe and document children's developmental progress.
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
• Build strong relationships and communicate with families.
• Maintain a safe, organized, welcoming classroom and follow NYC health and safety requirements.

Skills

Childcare experience

Age-2 to 3 teaching

Communication skills

Organizational skills

NYC Article 47 qualification

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Enrollment in approved study plan toward an associate degree

Job description

The Learning Experience in Manhattan (Upper West Side and Columbus Circle) is hiring a Lead Early Childhood Teacher for a 2-year-old classroom. You will guide language development, support independence, and foster social skills in a nurturing setting.

We seek an educator who can create engaging, meaningful experiences, manage a busy classroom, and partner with families. Location is on-site; full-time, Monday–Friday schedule; competitive pay with growth opportunities.