Lead Teacher - Daycare & Preschool

The Learning Experience - East Brunswick; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience - East Brunswick is seeking a caring and energetic Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team and lead a classroom of 2-year-old children. You will guide daily routines, implement the LEAP curriculum, and create engaging activities to foster language, independence, confidence, and social skills.

This role offers a full-time Monday–Friday schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth, with a supportive leadership team and a focus on nurturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in daycare/preschool or early childhood education preferred.
• Experience with toddlers/2-year-olds strongly preferred.
• Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience a plus.
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus.
• Patient, nurturing, dependable and energetic.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to meet New Jersey childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines and learning experiences for 2-year-old children.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Create engaging activities through art, music, movement, sensory play, stories, and hands-on learning.
• Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development.
• Encourage independence, self-help skills and positive peer interactions.
• Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play and transitions.
• Maintain consistent classroom routines and positive behavior guidance; observe development and document accordingly.
• Build relationships and communicate regularly with families.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and center leadership.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom.
• Follow New Jersey childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Patience

Energetic

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or ECE coursework

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Lead Teacher - Daycare & Preschool

Location: The Learning Experience - East Brunswick, NJ

Pay: $17-$18 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - East Brunswick is seeking a caring and energetic Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team and lead a classroom of 2-year-old children.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced daycare or preschool teacher who enjoys helping young children build language, independence, confidence, and social skills. You'll create a structured and nurturing classroom where children learn through play, exploration, and positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines and learning experiences for 2-year-old children
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create engaging activities through art, music, movement, sensory play, stories, and hands-on learning
• Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
• Encourage independence, self-help skills, and positive peer interactions
• Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions
• Maintain consistent classroom routines and positive behavior guidanceObserve children's development and maintain required classroom documentation
• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and center leadership
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom
• Follow New Jersey childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, or early childhood education experience preferred
• Experience working with toddlers or 2-year-old children strongly preferred
• Previous Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience is a plus
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus
• Patient, nurturing, dependable, and energetic
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to meet New Jersey childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $17-$18 per hour, based on experience
• Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement