Lead Teacher
Owens Cross, AL
Lead Teacher
Full Time • Owens Cross, AL
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Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Location: Owens Cross Roads, Alabama
Department: Early Childhood Education
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Early Childhood Education
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team. As a Lead Teacher, you will create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
The ideal candidate is a dedicated educator who enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and families, leading a classroom team, and fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
- Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
- Maintain consistent daily routines that encourage learning and independence.
- Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding classroom activities and children's progress.
- Supervise, mentor, and collaborate with assistant teachers and support staff.
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience working in a childcare, preschool, or early childhood education setting required.
- Previous experience as a Lead Teacher or in a classroom leadership role preferred.
- Strong understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and fellow educators.
Preferred Skills
- Experience planning and implementing engaging early childhood curriculum.
- Strong classroom management and positive guidance techniques.
- Ability to lead and support a team in a collaborative environment.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in children's lives
Apply Today
If you're passionate about early childhood education and are ready to lead a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our team as a Lead Teacher and help shape the foundation for lifelong learning.
Compensation: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
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.
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Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of a child, their families, and the communities we serve.We achieve this mission through three core values: an Innovative Mindset, a Collaborative Spirit, and Community Impact.
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The enthusiasm, commitment and care from our people is what makes TLE® the best place to work in early childhood education. Your talents will shine in our Centers. They’re great places to pursue your passion for teaching, daycare and providing quality early childhood education.
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