Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Vision insurance

The Learning Experience – Banning Lewis Ranch Colorado Springs, CO 80923 I banninglewisranch@tlechildcare.com I 719.559.5545

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

$1,000 Hiring Bonus ($500 paid at 45 days and $500 paid at 90 days. Must remain employed in good standing and meet attendance expectations.)

The Learning Experience at Banning Lewis Ranch is seeking passionate, energetic, and dependable Lead Preschool Teachers to join our UPK team. We are an established preschool serving children from infancy through kindergarten and are committed to creating a positive, engaging environment where children, families, and teachers thrive.

This is not a babysitting position. We are seeking educators who are passionate about child development, school readiness, building relationships with families, and creating meaningful learning experiences every day.

Responsibilities:

Lead a classroom of preschool-aged children (Ages 4 years to 5 Years)

Teach Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) with a co-teacher

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

Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences

Build strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers

Communicate daily with families regarding their child's growth and development

Complete lesson plans, classroom documentation, and assessments

Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment

Coach and support assistant teachers and support staff

Support center events, family engagement activities, and enrollment initiatives

Ensure compliance with Colorado licensing, health and safety, and supervision requirements

What We're Looking For:

Enjoy interacting with children and being actively engaged throughout the day

Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong attendance

Value teamwork, communication, and accountability

Can implement curriculum independently

Are passionate about early childhood education and school readiness

Want opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years old

Meet Colorado Early Childhood Teacher qualifications

PDIS Credential 3.0 Level 2 or higher preferred

FOrmal Education, CDA, Early Childhood coursework, or related experience required

Experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or Early Learning environment required

CPR/First Aid Certification required

Ability to lift, carry 50lbs, and actively engage with children throughout the day to include sitting on the floor

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we'd love to meet you!

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.