Toddler Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Manassas City, VA; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee childcare discount

Paid training and professional dev.

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive teaching team

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Manassas is hiring a Toddler Lead Teacher to guide a classroom where young children explore, learn through play, and build early communication skills.

You'll own the daily routine, implement the LEAP Curriculum, support language, social-emotional and physical development, and partner with families to ensure a nurturing, safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous professional toddler classroom or early childhood education experience required.
• 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 Virginia Lead Teacher qualifications, background screening, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Toddler development

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Curriculum planning

Regulatory compliance

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.