Lead Teacher, 2-Year-Old Class — Growth & Benefits

The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Beltline; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Beltline Grand Rapids is seeking an experienced Lead Teacher for our 2-Year-Old classroom in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on guiding young children through vocabulary growth and independence within a caring classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will have prior toddler experience and be able to implement the LEAP curriculum while communicating effectively with families and adhering to licensing requirements. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional childcare or early childhood classroom settings.
• Experience with toddlers or 2-year-olds strongly preferred.
• Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver.
• CDA or ECE credentials are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead an engaging classroom designed for active 2-year-olds.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Provide hands-on experiences through art, sensory play, music, movement, language, and imaginative play.
• Encourage communication, self-help skills, and growing independence.
• Support children's social-emotional development.
• Use positive guidance and consistent classroom expectations.
• Support toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and daily routines.
• Observe and document children's development.
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
• Build positive relationships with families.
• Follow Michigan licensing and center requirements.

Skills

Childcare experience

Toddler experience

Communicating with families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA / ECE coursework or degree preferred

Michigan Lead Caregiver requirements

Job description

The Learning Experience - Beltline Grand Rapids is seeking an experienced Lead Teacher for our 2-Year-Old classroom in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on guiding young children through vocabulary growth and independence within a caring classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will have prior toddler experience and be able to implement the LEAP curriculum while communicating effectively with families and adhering to licensing requirements. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.