Lead Toddler Teacher

The Learning Experience (old); New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; 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 - Hudson Yards in New York is seeking an experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging classroom where toddlers learn, play, and grow. You will guide daily activities, implement the LEAP Curriculum, and support children's development while leading an Assistant Teacher team.

We seek a patient, creative educator who builds strong relationships with families and contributes to meaningful early learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education is required.
• Previous professional toddler teaching experience is required.
• Experience leading a classroom or mentoring assistants preferred.
• Strong knowledge of toddler development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Patient, dependable, nurturing, and team‑oriented.
• Must meet NYC childcare licensing, background screening, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate toddler learning activities.
• Teach LEAP Curriculum through hands‑on exploration.
• Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development.
• Guide daily routines and manage transitions.
• Lead and mentor Assistant Teachers.
• Maintain safe, organized, welcoming classroom.

Skills

Toddler development knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patience

Team orientation

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

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

Location: The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards, New York, NY

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Do you love working with toddlers and helping them discover new skills, build confidence, and develop independence?

The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards is hiring an experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging classroom where young children can learn, play, and grow.

As a Lead Teacher, you'll guide daily classroom activities, implement our L.E.A.P. Curriculum, support children's developmental milestones, and provide leadership to Assistant Teachers.

We're looking for a patient, creative educator who enjoys building strong relationships with families and takes pride in creating meaningful early learning experiences.

What You'll Do

Inspire Learning & Development

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate toddler learning activities
• Teach The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through hands‑on exploration and play
• Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
• Encourage independence, communication, and positive peer relationships
• Observe developmental milestones and maintain required assessments and documentation

Lead Your Classroom

• Manage daily classroom routines, lesson plans, and transitions
• Guide and support Assistant Teachers and classroom support staff
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment
• Use positive behavior guidance and developmentally appropriate teaching practices
• Support feeding, diapering, toileting, and other toddler care routines

Build Strong Relationships

• Communicate regularly with families about their child's day and development
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership
• Support family engagement and center activities
• Maintain professional, positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers

Maintain Quality & Safety

• Follow New York City childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
• Maintain active supervision and required classroom ratios
• Ensure classroom practices meet curriculum and quality standardsParticipate in required training and professional development

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education required
• Previous professional toddler teaching or early childhood education experience required
• Experience leading a classroom or mentoring Assistant Teachers preferred
• Strong knowledge of toddler development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
• Patient, dependable, nurturing, and team-oriented
• Must meet applicable New York City childcare licensing, background screening, and regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• $20.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time employment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with available company match
• Employee childcare discount
• Paid training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive teaching team and collaborative work environment

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.