Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Enfield, CT is hiring a Lead Teacher to lead a classroom and support the learning and development of infants, toddlers, preschool, and/or Pre-K children. You will implement curriculum, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, communicate with families, and provide guidance to Assistant Teachers.

You will lead daily operations, plan activities, monitor child development, and ensure compliance with state licensing and safety standards while fostering a positive,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; state requirements may vary.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education preferred.
• Classroom leadership experience preferred; strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspire happiness by creating a safe, supportive classroom environment and building positive relationships with children and families.
• Lead daily classroom operations, plan activities and routines, and monitor child development and records.
• Build trust through clear communication with families and collaboration with the teaching team.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing the curriculum, maintaining safety, supervision, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Knowledge of child development

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECE / Child Development coursework

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

Location

Enfield, CT

Pay

$17.00-$20.00 / hr

Job Type

Full Time

Schedule

Monday through Friday

Position

The Learning Experience is hiring a Lead Teacher to lead a classroom and support the learning and development of infants, toddlers, preschool, and/or Pre-K children.

The Lead Teacher implements curriculum, maintains a safe and engaging classroom, communicates with families, and provides guidance to Assistant Teachers.

What You’ll Do

Inspires Happiness

Create a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences
• Support children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development
• Encourage curiosity, independence, communication, and confidence

Takes Ownership

Lead the daily operation of your classroom.

• Plan and organize classroom activities, routines, and transitions
• Maintain required lesson plans, observations, assessments, and records
• Monitor individual children's needs and development
• Maintain an organized and prepared classroom
• Guide and support Assistant Teachers

Builds Trust

Develop strong relationships with families and your teaching team.

• Communicate with families about their child's day, development, and progress
• Respond to family questions professionally
• Work collaboratively with teachers and center leadership
• Model positive classroom practices and teamwork
• Support and mentor developing teachers

Drives Operational Excellence

Provide consistent, high-quality early childhood education.

• Implement TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum®
• Adapt activities to children's ages, abilities, and developmental needs
• Follow state childcare licensing, health, safety, and supervision requirements
• Maintain required classroom ratios and active supervision
• Support children's daily care needs, including feeding, diapering, and toileting as appropriate
• Participate in required training and professional development

Elevates the Brand

Represent The Learning Experience and provide a positive experience for families.

• Maintain TLE classroom and curriculum standards
• Help families understand their child's learning and classroom experience
• Support family engagement and center activities
• Create a professional and welcoming classroom environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, unless otherwise permitted by state requirements
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Previous childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience required
• Classroom leadership experience preferred
• ECE, Child Development, or Education coursework preferred
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organization skills
• Must meet applicable state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements

Physical Requirements

This active classroom role requires the ability to supervise children by sight and sound; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor; participate in indoor and outdoor activities; and safely lift up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

Compensation

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

About the Company

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.