Lead Teacher — Inspire, Lead & Grow Young Minds

The Learning Experience Corp.; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; 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

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Learning Experience Corp. 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, communicate with families, and guide Assistant Teachers. The role requires strong classroom management, communication, and organization, with a focus on safety, licensing, and professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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.

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.
• Encourage curiosity, independence, communication and confidence.
• Plan and organize classroom activities, routines, and transitions.
• Maintain required lesson plans, observations, assessments, and records.
• Monitor individual children’s needs and development.
• Guide and support Assistant Teachers.
• Communicate with families about child’s day 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.
• Implement curriculum and ensure a safe, engaging classroom.
• Maintain classroom ratios and active supervision.
• Follow licensing, health, safety requirements.
• Support daily care needs (feeding, diapering, toileting).
• Participate in required training and professional development.

Skills

Childcare experience

Classroom leadership

Communication

Organization

State licensing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECE/Child Development coursework

Job description

The Learning Experience Corp. 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, communicate with families, and guide Assistant Teachers. The role requires strong classroom management, communication, and organization, with a focus on safety, licensing, and professional development.