Early Childhood Teacher- 2.5 to 3-Year-Old Classroom
Location: The Learning Experience- Ledgewood, NJPay: $17-$18 per hour, based on experienceSchedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
The Learning Experience- Ledgewood is seeking a caring and energetic Early Childhood Teacher to join our classroom serving children approximately 2.5-3 years old.
This is an exciting developmental stage as children build language, independence, friendships, and confidence while preparing for the preschool years. We're looking for a teacher who can provide a nurturing, structured environment while turning children's natural curiosity into meaningful learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily routines and learning experiences for children approximately 2.5-3 years old
- Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Engage children through art, music, movement, sensory play, stories, and hands-on activities
- Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
- Encourage independence, self-help skills, and positive peer interactions
- Support toileting, meals, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions
- Maintain consistent classroom routines and positive guidance
- Build positive relationships with children and families
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom
- Follow New Jersey childcare licensing requirements
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, or experience working with young children preferred
- Experience with toddlers or preschool-age children is a plus
- CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus
- Patient, nurturing, dependable, and team-oriented
- Ability to meet New Jersey childcare licensing requirements
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $17-$18 per hour
- Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
- Paid training and professional development
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive leadership and teaching team
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Apply today to join The Learning Experience- Ledgewood and help young children build the confidence and independence they need for preschool.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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.