Lead Teacher in Childcare

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE®, we've created a full cast of characters that become our little learners' educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

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.

The Learning Experience of Troy is looking for a professional, highly motivated, and passionate teacher to lead our Toddler classroom. This is a full-time position (Monday-Friday) that includes paid holidays and time off within your first year, and the option to elect health insurance after your first 90 days. CPR/First Aid training is provided as well as continuous education for required training hours, and possible tuition reimbursement.

Wages are based on education and experience.

• Safety and well-being of staff and children
• Implementing curriculum on a daily basis
• Assisting with potty-training for transition to pre-school
• Daily parent communication and yearly parent-teacher conferences
• Creating a warm and nurturing environment
• Being a great team player
• Possess strong customer service skills with parents

• Be at least 19 years of age
• Must have experience working with children
• Child care and/or Preschool experience preferred: 1 year
• One of the following: CDA or Montessori credential, Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or related field, or 12 semester hours / 18 CEUs is required*
• Infant and Toddler Certification (Infant classroom) – 3 semester hours or 4.5 CEUs in infant/toddler development and care practices within 6 months of hire.
  * These hours may satisfy a portion of required hours / CEUs in the above requirement

• Employer sponsored continuing education
• Discounted tuition for children
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off (accrues after 90 days)
• Employer sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Monthly performance bonus opportunities

Compensation: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour