Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Training & development

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Lake Worth, TX is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide early education, set an engaging learning environment, and support Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers.

You will implement our proprietary LEAP Curriculum®, ensure safety, communicate with families, collaborate with center staff, and help drive enrollment and engagement while modeling professionalism and joy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; ECE coursework preferred.
• Must meet state-specific guidelines for early education roles.
• Immunizations, health screenings, and safety training as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and collaborate to create a stimulating space for children.
• Implement the LEAP Curriculum®, adapting to infants, toddlers, and/or preschoolers.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment for child development.
• Regularly update families on progress and milestones using apps and in-person chats.
• Collaborate with center staff to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement.
• Build warm relationships with families and colleagues to support learning through play.

Skills

Judgment & decision making

Child safety & wellbeing

Communication

Engagement & activity planning

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma / GED

ECE coursework preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement

Join the fastest growing Academy of Early Education in the nation where “Happy Happens Here”! At The Learning Experience, our Lead Teachers are ambassadors of happiness, creating meaningful moments that reflect our mission — to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll set the academic foundation for lifelong learning while inspiring joy, curiosity, and confidence in young minds.

Compensation:

Core Attributes:

• Educational Leader: An enthusiasm for early education with the expertise to guide and mentor other educators in their journey.
• Innate Educator: A passion for early education and a commitment to the developmental needs of children.
• Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness.
• Growth Mindset: A deep‑seeded belief in the potential of every child, with the ambition to instill a lifelong love of learning.

Role Responsibilities:

• Classroom Leadership: Plan, prepare, and collaborate to orchestrate a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow.
• Curriculum Implementation: Masterfully bring to life our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting your approach to the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children.
• Safety First: Always prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive.
• Family Communication: Regularly update parents on their child's progress and milestones, leveraging a mix of mobile apps and in-person discussions.
• Center Collaboration: Be a team player. Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
• Relationship Builder: Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role. High School Diploma/GED required; ECE coursework preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience: Extended experience in a childcare setting with a history of classroom leadership roles. A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential.
• State Compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Must meet state and federal requirements including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.

Caregiving Skills:

• Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
• Ensure children are safe and their daily needs are met, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
• Model and encourage strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Keep children active, engaged, and involved in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Exhibit composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.

Physical Resilience:

• Demonstrate full range of motion to:
• Stand and walk for extended periods without discomfort.
• Lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds safely.
• Reach, stretch, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Use a stool or ladder to access high places as needed.
• Ability to supervise by sight and sound.
• Work outdoors during portions of the day in temperatures ranging from 20°F (with wind chill) to 95°F.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and a consistent energy level to meet essential job functions.
• *Reasonable accommodations can be made with supporting documentation.

Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 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.