Lead Early Childhood Teacher room

• 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

The Learning Experience - Manhattan, NY

Locations:
Upper West Side and Columbus Circle

Pay: $21-$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced Lead Early Childhood Teacher to guide children ages 2-2.5 through an exciting stage of language development, growing independence, and early social interactions.

We're looking for an educator who understands how to create a nurturing, engaging classroom where young children can explore, build confidence, and develop important skills through meaningful learning experiences.

We are actively interviewing qualified candidates for our Manhattan locations.

• Lead daily classroom activities and routines for children ages 2-2.5
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create engaging sensory, art, music, movement, language, and hands-on learning experiences
• Encourage independence, communication, and positive social interactions
• Support toileting, diapering, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management
• Observe and document children's developmental progress
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Follow NYC childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related qualifying field, OR enrollment in an approved study plan toward an associate degree, as permitted by applicable NYC regulations
• Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood classroom experience required
• Experience teaching children ages 2-3 strongly preferred
• Previous Lead Teacher experience preferred
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
• Must meet applicable NYC Article 47 Group Teacher qualifications for the assigned classroom

• $21-$24 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