Toddler Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Canton, MI; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Canton, MI is hiring a Toddler Lead Teacher who loves working with busy, curious little learners. You will lead daily routines, implement the LEAP Curriculum, and create hands-on activities that support language, movement, creativity, and exploration.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, plus prior toddler or childcare experience. Strong classroom management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous toddler, daycare, preschool, or childcare experience preferred.
• Lead classroom experience is a plus.
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Patient, energetic, nurturing, and dependable.
• Must meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily routines and learning experiences in a Toddler classroom.
• Implement The Learning Experience’s proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Create hands-on activities supporting language, movement, creativity, and exploration.
• Encourage independence and positive social-emotional development.
• Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions.
• Maintain consistent routines and positive classroom guidance.
• Observe children’s development and support individual milestones.
• Communicate regularly with families.
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Patience

Energetic

Nurturing

Dependable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or ECE coursework preferred

Job description

Benefits:

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

Toddler Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience – Canton, MI

Pay: $17–$20 per hour, based on experience and credentials
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience – Canton is looking for an enthusiastic Toddler Lead Teacher who loves working with busy, curious little learners.

Toddlers are developing language, independence, confidence, and social skills at an incredible pace. You’ll create a structured and nurturing classroom that gives children plenty of opportunities to explore, move, communicate, and learn.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily routines and learning experiences in a Toddler classroom
• Implement The Learning Experience’s proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create hands-on activities supporting language, movement, creativity, and exploration
• Encourage independence and positive social-emotional development
• Support meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions
• Maintain consistent routines and positive classroom guidance
• Observe children’s development and support individual milestones
• Communicate regularly with families
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing requirements

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous professional toddler, daycare, preschool, or childcare experience strongly preferred
• Lead classroom experience is a plus
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Patient, energetic, nurturing, and dependable
• Must meet applicable Michigan childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• $17–$20 per hour
• Full-time Monday–Friday schedule
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Opportunities for professional growth

Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Canton and help toddlers turn their natural curiosity into exciting opportunities to learn and grow.