Toddler Lead Teacher – Daycare & Early Childhood Education

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Toddler Lead Teacher – Daycare & Early Childhood Education The Learning Experience – River Vale, NJ
Pay: $17 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

About This Role

Do you love working with energetic, curious toddlers? The Learning Experience – River Vale is hiring a Toddler Lead Teacher to guide our busy and joyful toddler classroom. This age is all about language growth, independence, and exploration—and you’ll play a key role in shaping those early experiences.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys leading a classroom, building routines, and helping toddlers learn through movement, play, and positive guidance.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Oversee the daily flow of a toddler classroom
  
  
• Create a structured, nurturing, and engaging learning environment
  
  
• Support language development, social skills, and early independence
  
  
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities including art, music, movement, and sensory play
  
  
• Guide assistant teachers and maintain consistent classroom routines
  
  
• Communicate daily with families about progress, routines, and milestones
  
  
• Ensure compliance with NJ childcare licensing, health, and safety standards
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
  
  
• Experience working with toddlers in a childcare or preschool setting required
  
  
• Understanding of toddler development and classroom management
  
  
• CPR/First Aid preferred (or willingness to obtain)
  
  
• Dependable, energetic, and confident leading a classroom
  
  

What We Offer

• $17 per hour
  
  
• Monday–Friday schedule
  
  
• Supportive leadership and team environment
  
  
• Paid training and growth opportunities
  
  
• Employee childcare discount
  
  

Compensation: $17.00 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.

The Learning Experience