Preschool Lead Teacher

Benefits:

• 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
• Preschool Lead Teacher (Early Childhood Education) – Upper West Side, NYC

Location:

The Learning Experience – Upper West Side, New York, NY
Pay: $23–$26 per hour (based on education and experience)

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience – Upper West Side is hiring an experienced and motivated Preschool Lead Teacher to guide our 2‑year‑old classroom in a high‑quality early childhood education setting. Our school offers a structured, play‑based environment where children build confidence, independence, and foundational learning skills.

This position is ideal for an educator with a background in Early Childhood Education who enjoys leading a classroom, mentoring teammates, and partnering with families.

• Lead daily classroom operations for a preschool/2s classroom in a safe and engaging environment
• Deliver developmentally appropriate lessons using The Learning Experience L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Support children’s social‑emotional growth, language development, and early learning milestones
• Communicate consistently with families regarding progress, routines, and classroom activities
• Collaborate with assistant teachers to maintain structure, consistency, and positive classroom culture
• Ensure compliance with NYC childcare regulations and center safety standards

• BA or AA in Early Childhood Education OR currently enrolled and actively working toward completion
• Minimum 6 months of professional experience in a preschool or childcare classroom
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Must meet all NYC and New York State childcare licensing requirements

• Competitive pay: $23–$26/hr
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health, dental, and vision benefit options
• Ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive, collaborative school culture

Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Upper West Side, where passionate educators lead with purpose and children learn through joy, structure, and discovery.

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.