Toddler Lead Teacher — Shape Growing Minds

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

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.