Toddler Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience`; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; 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 in Manassas City, VA is hiring a Toddler Lead Teacher to guide a classroom where children build confidence, develop communication, and learn through play. You will own daily routines, support developmental milestones, and create engaging learning experiences in a warm, nurturing setting.

We value caring, energetic educators who understand toddler development and build strong relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Experience in toddler classroom or early childhood education required.
• Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate teaching.
• Ability to plan and implement engaging activities.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily toddler classroom routines and activities.
• Implement LEAP Curriculum with age-appropriate activities.
• Support development across language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical domains.
• Create engaging sensory, music, movement, and art experiences.
• Foster independence and positive peer interactions.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and communicate with families.

Skills

Toddler development

Classroom management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Virginia Lead Teacher qualifications

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 - Manassas City, VA

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

About The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Toddler Teacher who loves helping little learners discover the world around them?

The Learning Experience - Manassas City is hiring a Toddler Lead Teacher to lead a classroom where children build confidence, develop communication skills, and learn through play.

We're looking for a caring, energetic educator who understands toddler development and enjoys creating engaging learning experiences while building strong relationships with families.

As a Toddler Lead Teacher, you'll take ownership of your classroom, guide daily routines, and support children through important developmental milestones.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily toddler classroom routines and learning experiences
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through age-appropriate activities
• Support early language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Create engaging sensory, music, movement, art, and hands-on learning experiences
• Encourage independence, positive peer interactions, and early communication skills
• Support toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions
• Use positive behavior guidance and maintain consistent classroom routines
• Observe and document children's developmental progress
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Communicate regularly with families about children's daily experiences and growth
• Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom
• Follow Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Previous professional toddler classroom or early childhood education experience required
• Previous Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of toddler development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices
• Experience planning and implementing classroom learning activities
• Strong classroom management, communication, and teamwork skills
• Patient, nurturing, dependable, and organized
• Must meet applicable Virginia Lead Teacher qualifications, background screening, and regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• $18.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• 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.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.