| Location | New York, NY |
| Salary | $21–$24 Per Hour |
Benefits:
Preschool Lead Teacher
Location: The Learning Experience - Upper West Side, New York, NY
Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Classroom: Preppers (Ages 2.5-3)
About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about helping young children build the confidence and independence they need for preschool?
The Learning Experience - Upper West Side is hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher for our Preppers classroom, serving children ages 2.5-3!
Were looking for a creative, dependable educator who enjoys guiding children through important developmental milestones, building relationships with families, and creating engaging classroom experiences.
What Youll Do
Lead daily classroom activities and routines for children ages 2.5-3
Implement The Learning Experiences L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Encourage language development, independence, problem-solving, and positive social interactions
Plan engaging activities through art, music, movement, sensory play, and hands-on learning
Support toilet training, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions
Establish consistent routines and use positive behavior guidance
Observe developmental progress and maintain classroom documentation
Mentor and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom
Follow applicable NYC childcare licensing requirements
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or an approved study plan toward completing a bachelors degree in ECE, where permitted by applicable licensing requirements
Must meet NYC qualifications for the assigned teaching position
Previous professional preschool or early childhood education experience preferred
Experience working with children ages 2-3 strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of early childhood development, classroom management, and positive guidance
Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills
Dependable, creative, nurturing, and passionate about early childhood education
What We Offer
$21.00-$24.00 per hour
Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
Professional development opportunities
Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
Opportunities for continued career growth
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience - Upper West Side and help young children develop the confidence, independence, and foundational skills they need to thrive!
The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
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.
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.