Lead Toddler Teacher

Summary

🌟 About Learning Ladder Academy, Inc. – KirkwoodLearning Ladder Academy is a licensed early childhood education center located in Murfreesboro, TN. We serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years and are committed to providing nurturing, developmentally appropriate care in a clean, stimulating, and safe environment. We follow TN Early Learning Developmental Standards (TN-ELDS) and DHS guidelines to ensure every child receives quality care and early education that prepares them for lifelong success.
We are hiring dedicated and passionate professionals to join our team

The Lead Toddler Teacher fosters a safe and engaging environment that supports toddlers’ curiosity, independence, and rapid developmental changes. The classroom should encourage exploration, sensory experiences, and the beginnings of peer interactions.

Duties

Key Responsibilities:

• Design a classroom with safe climbing equipment, manipulatives, books, pretend play items, and sensory bins.
• Create a daily schedule with consistent routines for meals, nap, transitions, and group time.
• Implement age-appropriate curriculum activities promoting motor skills, language, self-help, and emotional regulation.
• Use positive behavior guidance including redirection, choices, and modeling.
• Collaborate with families through daily reports and parent-teacher communication.

Classroom Expectations:

• Clearly defined centers and child-sized materials
• Encouragement of language development through naming, repetition, and songs
• Visual schedules and simple sign language or cues to support transitions
• Child-to-staff ratio of 1:7 or lower

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
CDA or TECTA completion in toddler age group required or experience equivalent
At least one year of toddler classroom experience
Age 18+ for Lead Teacher
DHS background, TB test, and physical clearance

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or higher
2 years experience or higher

Benefits

🌟 Benefits of Working at Learning Ladder Academy, Inc.At Learning Ladder Academy, we don’t just invest in our children—we invest in our team. We believe that passionate, well-supported educators create the best learning environments. When you join our team, you become part of a family that values growth, teamwork, and the joy of early learning.

💼 Professional Benefits

• Competitive Pay based on experience and education
• Paid Training Professional Development including TECTA, CPR/First Aid, and ongoing ECE workshops
• Advancement Opportunities – grow into Lead, Mentor, or Administrative roles
• Classroom Curriculum Support – lesson plans, materials, and training provided

🧸 Work-Life Balance

• Consistent Weekday Schedule – Monday to Friday, no nights or weekends
• Flexible Scheduling Options (Full-Time Part-Time available)
• Paid Holidays after 90-day probation
• Time-Off Flexibility with advance notice for appointments, family needs, or school

🏫 Positive Work Environment

• Supportive Leadership and open-door communication
• Team-Oriented Culture – we celebrate each other’s wins and work through challenges together
• Well-Equipped Classrooms with developmentally appropriate materials and supplies
• Clean, Safe, and Organized Facility – maintained to DHS, health, and safety standards

🎉 Additional Perks

• Appreciation Events – staff luncheons, holiday parties, and teacher recognition gifts
• Free Childcare Tuition Discounts (limited availability for staff children)
• Beautiful New Location – modern classrooms and secure, kid-friendly spaces

✨ Our Promise to You:At Learning Ladder Academy, you’ll be valued, supported, and respected. We are committed to helping you grow professionally while making a difference in the lives of children and families every day.