Toddler Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience - Ledgewood • Full-time • Roxbury Township, New Jersey, United States • $17 - $18 / hour • 20h ago

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

Toddler Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience - Ledgewood, NJ
Pay: $17-$18 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Ledgewood is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Toddler Lead Teacher who loves helping young children discover their independence, develop new skills, and build confidence.

Our Toddler Lead Teachers do more than supervise a classroom. They create engaging learning experiences, guide children's social-emotional development, and establish a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, supported, and excited to learn.

If you're an experienced early childhood educator who enjoys leading a classroom and making a meaningful difference during these important developmental years, we'd love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily Toddler classroom activities and routines
Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Create engaging experiences through sensory play, art, music, movement, language, and hands-on exploration
Encourage independence, communication, and positive social interactions
Support diapering, toileting, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions
Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management
Observe and document children's developmental milestones and progress
Guide, mentor, and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
Follow New Jersey childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required
Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience required
Toddler classroom experience strongly preferred
Previous Lead Teacher experience preferred
CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, or related credentials preferred
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
Patient, dependable, energetic, and confident leading a classroom
Must meet applicable New Jersey childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

$17-$18 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
Paid training and professional development
Employee childcare discount
Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
Opportunities for continued career growth and advancement

Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Ledgewood and help our toddlers develop the confidence, independence, and love of learning that will carry them into their next stage of growth!