Lead Teacher - Toddler Classroom

Dream Care Learning Centre Llc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Advancement within first year

Paid sick and vacation time

Birthdays off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Dream Care Learning Center in Lexington, KY is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to guide care for toddlers aged 1–2, stay organized, and engage with families to build trust.

You will observe, assess, and plan developmentally appropriate activities, follow licensing guidelines, and support daily routines while promoting motor development and curiosity.

This full‑time role offers a collaborative team, growth opportunities, and a nurturing environment for young learners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Background check and TB skin test may be required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Follow licensing guidelines and company standards for daily toddler care.
• Operate as Lead or Assistant Teacher based on attendance.
• Observe, assess, and plan for toddler development and communicate with families.
• Complete annual training on child care and development topics.
• Assist other Toddler Teachers and support staff to maintain ratios.

Skills

Childcare experience

Reliable transportation

Communication with families

Observation & planning

Team support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LEAD TODDLER TEACHER

Dream Care Learning Center, located in Lexington KY is a multi-center facility that has been open since 2023 serving the Fayette County Area.

We're searching for a Lead Toddler Teacher who has a passion for working with toddlers (aged 1-2), is well organized, and has previous teaching experience or is willing to develop with the organization. The ideal candidate will be passionate for the job with an ability to engage and support our toddler's while creating a relationship of mutual trust with their families. The goal is to help cultivate the toddler's motor development and interest in education while being a trusted ally in this process.

Join our talented team, where we inspire children to be lifelong learners! Through our affectionate and loving staff that ensures our children are imparted with the knowledge to succeed.

As a Toddler Teacher, you’ll:

• Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every toddler in our care.
• Operate as a Lead or Assistant Teacher, based of child attendance.
• Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for toddler behavior and development, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Complete annual training that provides insight on current child care and development topics.
• Assist with other Toddler Teachers in daily activities, changings, while adapting to changing the every changing demands of a toddler and licensing staffing requirements.
• Provide support during staff breaks and absences to maintain appropriate child-to-staff ratios.
• Support the teacher in implementing organizational curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences.

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Types

Full-time

Pay

$13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement within the first year
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Birthdays off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday - Friday
• No Nights
• No Weekends

Ability to commute/relocate

Lexington, KY 40509: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Qualifications

• Previous Childcare experience a plus but not necessary
• CPR is a plus but not necessary
• Must have reliable transportation
• TB skin test, Background check required prior to start date

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against protected characteristics. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects individuals to support an inclusive environment for all employees. It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees to the extent required by applicable laws.

Job Type

Full-time

Experience

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location

In person