Lead Preschool Teacher - 2-Year-Old Classroom

The Learning Experience`; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards in New York, NY is seeking a highly qualified Lead Preschool Teacher for a 2-year-old classroom. You will lead daily routines, implement the L.E.A.P.

Curriculum, and create engaging experiences that support early language, social development, and independence. A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (or higher) and 90 credits in ECE are required, with preference for classroom leadership and NY childcare experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or higher required.
• Minimum 90 credits in Early Childhood Education required.
• Experience with toddlers or 2-year-olds preferred; strong leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily routines and learning experiences for 2-year-old children.
• Implement The Learning Experience's LEAP curriculum.
• Create engaging experiences through art, music, movement, and literacy.
• Support cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional development.
• Encourage independence and positive peer interactions.
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate regularly.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Communication skills

Observation of development

Team collaboration

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or higher

Minimum 90 credits in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Lead Preschool Teacher - 2-Year-Old Classroom

Location: The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards, New York, NY

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

Pay:

$22-$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards is seeking a highly qualified Lead Preschool Teacher to lead our classroom serving children approximately 2 years old.

This is an important developmental stage as children rapidly build language, independence, friendships, and confidence. We're looking for an experienced early childhood educator who can create a structured, nurturing classroom while turning children's natural curiosity into meaningful learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily routines and learning experiences for 2-year-old children
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create engaging experiences through art, music, movement, sensory play, literacy, and exploration
• Support cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional development
• Encourage independence, self-help skills, and positive peer interactions
• Maintain consistent routines and positive classroom guidance
• Observe developmental progress and maintain required documentation
• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Guide and collaborate with classroom support teachers
• Follow applicable New York City childcare licensing requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or higher required
• Minimum 90 credits in Early Childhood Education required
• Previous professional early childhood classroom experience strongly preferred
• Experience with toddlers or 2-year-old children preferred
• Strong classroom leadership and communication skills
• Must meet applicable New York City childcare requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $22-$28 per hour
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement

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.