Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience; Norman (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

401(k)

Job summary

The Learning Experience seeks a Lead Teacher to serve as an Educational Leader and Innate Educator, guiding the early childhood classroom with warmth and expertise. You will implement the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum, adapt activities to various age groups, and uphold a safe, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include timely family updates, collaboration with center staff, and fostering strong relationships that support children's growth and happiness.

Qualifications

• Must meet state-specific guidelines for early education roles.
• Age 18+ with childcare experience and leadership in the classroom.
• Compliance with health and safety training and immunizations as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom operations and coordinate a welcoming, safe space for children.
• Implement the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum and adapt to infants, toddlers, or preschoolers.
• Maintain safety and nurture while supporting family communication and engagement.
• Collaborate with center staff to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
• Build positive relationships with families and colleagues to support development.

Skills

Educational Leader

Innate Educator

Growth Mindset

Passion for Impact

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ECE coursework preferred

Tools

L.E.A.P. Curriculum

Job description

Benefits

• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance
• Free uniforms

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.

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-seated 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.

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Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 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.