Childcare Teacher

Childcare Teacher

Join the fastest-growing Academy of Early Education in the nationwhere "Happy Happens Here"! At The Learning Experience, our Teachers are joyful leaders who inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Through meaningful daily interactions, they help shape the future by making a lasting impact on children, families, and communities.

Core attributes:

• Educational Leader: Confident in guiding both children and fellow educators.
• Passion for Early Childhood: Deep commitment to supporting developmental milestones through nurturing and play-based learning.
• Growth Mindset: Belief in every child's potential and the importance of lifelong learning.
• Team Player: Actively collaborates with staff and leadership to achieve center goals.

Key responsibilities:

• Classroom Leadership: Create and maintain a welcoming, engaging, and age-appropriate learning environment.
• Curriculum Delivery: Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum, tailoring activities to meet the needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschoolers.
• Child Safety & Well-being: Ensure a safe, nurturing environment that supports emotional and physical development.
• Family Engagement: Communicate regularly with families through daily updates, apps, and face-to-face conversations.
• Center Collaboration: Work closely with team members to support enrollment, retention, and family satisfaction.
• Relationship Building: Foster warm, respectful relationships with children, families, and coworkers.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; ECE coursework preferred.
• Must meet all state-specific requirements and be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience in a licensed childcare setting, with demonstrated classroom leadership.
• Must comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, including immunizations, physicals, and training.

Childcare & Teaching Skills:

• Identify and manage potential safety risks in a childcare setting.
• Support children's daily needs (diapering, feeding, dressing, etc.).
• Model effective communication, conflict resolution, and social-emotional skills.
• Facilitate developmentally appropriate, hands-on learning experiences.
• Maintain professionalism, patience, and composure in all interactions.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to: stand, walk, and move actively throughout the day.
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Reach, climb, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed.
• Supervise children by sight and sound at all times.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions (20F95F).
• Maintain energy, attentiveness, and responsiveness throughout each shift.
• Reasonable accommodations available with supporting documentation.

This role is ideal for nurturing, energetic professionals eager to lead in a collaborative, child-centered environment that values joy, growth, and education.