Toddler Lead TeacherThe Learning Experience

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  • Not-remote
  • Full-time
  • $17 - $20/hr
  • Total comp
    Expected total yearly pay with bonus and equity at target, including any base pay.
  • Hourly
  • Grand Rapids, MI

Job Summary

Benefits:
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
Toddler Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience - Cascade
Grand Rapids, MI
Pay: $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Big curiosity. Growing vocabulary. New independence. Lots of movement.

The Learning Experience - Cascade is hiring an experienced Toddler Lead Teacher who loves this busy stage of childhood and knows how to create the structure, encouragement, and engaging experiences toddlers need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead an active and nurturing Toddler classroom
  • Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
  • Engage children through sensory exploration, art, stories, music, movement, language, and play
  • Encourage communication, independence, 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 progress
  • Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
  • Communicate professionally and positively with families
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom
  • Follow Michigan licensing and center requirements
Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Previous professional childcare or early childhood classroom experience required
  • Toddler classroom experience strongly preferred
  • CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or other qualifying credential preferred
  • Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver
  • Patient, energetic, organized, and confident leading a classroom
What We Offer

  • $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
  • Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training and professional development
  • Employee childcare discount
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
Apply today to bring your experience and enthusiasm to our Toddler classroom at The Learning Experience - Cascade.
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