Benefits:

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

$1,000 Hiring Bonus Available for qualified candidates who meet position requirements, credential requirements (PDIS Level 2 or higher where applicable), and schedule availability requirements. Bonus paid according to company policy and employment agreement. Employee Referral Bonus: $250

Position Summary

As a Lead Infant Teacher, you will guide a classroom serving children ages 6 weeks through 18 months. You will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that promotes development, exploration, and meaningful interactions while supporting assistant teachers and partnering with families.

Essential Responsibilities

Lead daily classroom operations and maintain a positive learning environment.

Foster strong attachments and responsive caregiving practices.

Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®.

Observe and document developmental milestones.

Coach, support, and mentor assistant teachers and support staff.

Maintain compliance with Colorado licensing regulations and health and safety standards.

Build trusting relationships with families through ongoing communication and partnership.

Complete classroom documentation, assessments, and daily reports.

Support center-wide initiatives, events, and enrollment efforts.

Ensure active supervision and safe care practices at all times.

Paid Time Off & School Closures

Up to 80 Hours Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Additional Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Employer-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Telehealth & Telemedicine Services

401(k) with Employer Match

Childcare Discount Opportunities

Paid Training and Professional Development

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications:

Is at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Hold a certificate in Infant and Toddler care from a regionally accredited college or university with completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours in the development and care of infants and toddlers in a group setting.

Or an adult who is currently certified as a Child Development Associate (CDA) and has completed the Department approved expanding quality in infant and toddler development course of training.

Or a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Version 3.0 Level II or higher, as determined by the Colorado Shines.

Has completed one three-semester-hour class in infant/toddler development; or,

Has completed the Department-approved “Expanding Quality in Infant and Toddler Development” and holds twelve months of verifiable full-day experience working with Infants and/or Toddlers.

How To Apply:

To apply and learn more about The Learning Experience please visit our website at: https://thelearningexperience.com/careers/center-opportunities/ or 719-559-5545 Email: banninglewisranch@tlechildcare.com

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.