Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

Free uniforms

Free food & snacks

Wellness resources

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

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. You will implement curriculum, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, and communicate with families while guiding Assistant Teachers.

Responsibilities include planning activities, maintaining records, mentoring staff, and upholding center standards as part of a collaborative team focused on early education excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organization skills.
• Must meet state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences.
• Support children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
• Lead daily operation of the classroom and guide Assistants.
• Maintain lesson plans, observations, assessments, and records.
• Communicate with families about daily activities and progress.
• Ensure safe, engaging classrooms and adhere to licensing requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Education

ECE / Child Development coursework

Job description

Benefits

• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Benefits: We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) retirement plan, performance-based bonuses, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, free uniforms, complimentary food and snacks, wellness resources, and opportunities for career advancement through ongoing training and professional development.

Location: TLE Lake Georgetown - 4816 Williams Drive, Georgetown

TLE Georgetown - 1821 Westinghouse Rd, Georgetown

Pay: Starting Pay at $17

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: M-F 9am-6pm

Benefits: We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) retirement plan, performance-based bonuses, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, free uniforms, complimentary food and snacks, wellness resources, and opportunities for career advancement through ongoing training and professional development.

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
• 2 + 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.