Lead Toddler Teacher

The Learning Experience; Kings Park (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Kings Park, NY is seeking an experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to create a warm, engaging classroom where young children can learn, grow, and thrive. You will guide hands-on activities using our L.E.A.P.

Curriculum® and collaborate with a supportive center team to focus on teaching and building meaningful relationships with children and families. You will supervise daily routines, document progress, and ensure safety while adhering to licensing standards and

Qualifications

• Must meet New York State requirements for a preschool group teacher.
• Experience in a preschool, childcare, daycare, or early childhood classroom.
• Early Childhood Education degree, CDA, credential, or NY-compliant coursework/experience.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Passion for helping young children learn and develop.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Background screening, health, and training requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Lead a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate preschool classroom.
• Bring L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to life through hands-on lessons and activities.
• Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
• Create a positive classroom environment where every child feels welcomed and supported.
• Observe children's development and communicate progress with families.
• Maintain classroom routines, learning materials, and required documentation.
• Partner with fellow teachers and center leadership to create an exceptional family experience.
• Follow New York childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Teaching passion

Team collaboration

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

CDA credential

Relevant NY coursework/experience

Job description

Benefits

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

Lead Toddler Teacher

Pay: $20–$24 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $500

Location: Kings Park, NY

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday

Bring Your Passion for Teaching to TLE

The Learning Experience is hiring an experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to create a fun, nurturing, and engaging classroom where young children can learn, grow, and thrive.

You'll have the support of our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, classroom resources, and a collaborative center team—giving you more time to focus on what matters most: teaching and building meaningful relationships with children and families.

What You'll Do

• Lead a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate preschool classroom
• Bring TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to life through hands‑on lessons and activities
• Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development
• Create a positive classroom environment where every child feels welcomed and supported
• Observe children's development and communicate progress with families
• Maintain classroom routines, learning materials, and required documentation
• Partner with fellow teachers and center leadership to create an exceptional family experience
• Follow New York childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

What We're Looking For

• Must meet applicable New York State requirements for a preschool group teacher
• Previous experience in a preschool, childcare, daycare, or early childhood classroom
• Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree, CDA, credential, or relevant coursework/experience consistent with NY requirements
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Passion for helping young children learn and develop
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Must meet applicable background screening, health, and training requirements

Why Join TLE

• $20–$24/hour
• $500 sign-on bonus
• L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and classroom resources provided
• Supportive, collaborative teaching environment
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Make a meaningful impact on children and families every day

This position requires active supervision of young children and the ability to participate in classroom and outdoor activities, including standing, bending, sitting on the floor, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.