Lead Teacher

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Franklin (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Learning Experience in New Jersey seeks a Lead Toddler Teacher to oversee a 1-2 year old classroom, deliver the L.E.A.P. Curriculum, and partner with families. You will mentor Assistant Teachers, maintain a development-focused environment, and uphold licensing and safety standards.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, ~40 hours weekly, with compensation of $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Ambassadors of Happiness are expected to model positive behavior daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional childcare or teaching experience required; lead teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through hands-on learning.
• Develop weekly lesson plans supporting toddlers' milestones.
• Lead, coach, and mentor Assistant Teachers; promote teamwork.
• Ensure licensing, health, and safety regulations are met.
• Complete daily health checks, diapering, feeding, and supervision with proper ratios.
• Observe and document children's developmental progress.
• Maintain daily reports, photos, and parent communication through the app.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Passion for ECE

Leadership and mentoring

Organizational skills

Time management

Professional communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts

Lead Toddler Teacher (Full-Time)

The Learning Experience

Position Summary

The Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children ages 1-2 years can learn, grow, and thrive. As an ambassador of happiness, the Lead Teacher implements The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, partners with families, and mentors assistant teachers while fostering each child's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum® through hands‑on learning experiences.
• Develop weekly lesson plans that support toddlers' developmental milestones.
• Lead, coach, and mentor Assistant Teachers while promoting teamwork and professionalism.
• Ensure the classroom meets all licensing, health, and safety regulations.
• Complete daily health checks, diapering, toileting, feeding, and supervision while maintaining proper teacher-to-child ratios.
• Observe and document children's developmental progress.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, photos, and parent communication through the school's communication app.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.
• Support center events, family engagement activities, and school-wide initiatives.
• Model positive behavior and uphold The Learning Experience's mission and values every day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 year of professional childcare or teaching experience required; lead teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong classroom management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Must meet all state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers.

Skills

• Passion for early childhood education
• Positive attitude and growth mindset
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Professional communication with families and coworkers
• Dependable, flexible, and team‑oriented

Schedule

• Full‑Time
• Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00
• Approximately 40 hours per week

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Frequently bend, kneel, squat, and sit on the floor.
• Stand and move throughout the day.
• Participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions.

At The Learning Experience, our Lead Toddler Teachers are Ambassadors of Happiness who create meaningful learning experiences, build lasting relationships with families, and inspire children to develop a lifelong love of learning

Compensation: $20.00 - $23.00 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.

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.