Toddler Lead Teacher — Growth, Benefits & Flexible Schedule

The Learning Experience; River Vale (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; 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 – River Vale, NJ is seeking an experienced and nurturing Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. You will lead a warm, responsive classroom and support essential routines, making babies feel safe, loved, and encouraged to explore.

The ideal candidate has prior professional childcare experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with NJ licensing requirements met. This is a full-time role, with paid training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional childcare or early childhood education required.
• Toddler classroom experience strongly preferred.
• Must meet applicable New Jersey childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a safe, nurturing toddler classroom.
• Provide attentive, responsive care throughout the day.
• Support feeding, diapering, nap, and daily routines.
• Create age-appropriate sensory, movement, language, and early learning experiences.
• Encourage cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development.
• Observe developmental progress and communicate with families.
• Maintain classroom records and daily communication.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework

Job description

The Learning Experience – River Vale, NJ is seeking an experienced and nurturing Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. You will lead a warm, responsive classroom and support essential routines, making babies feel safe, loved, and encouraged to explore.

The ideal candidate has prior professional childcare experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with NJ licensing requirements met. This is a full-time role, with paid training and opportunities for growth.