Lead Teacher-Preschool

The Learning Experience - Owens Cross, AL

Lead Teacher-Preschool

Owens Cross Roads, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Location: Owens Cross Roads, Alabama 35763 Company: The Learning Experience Job Type: Full-Time

    About the Role

    We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team at The Learning Experience. In this role, you will lead a classroom of 4–5-year-old children, creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment where children build confidence, develop school readiness skills, and discover a lifelong love of learning.

    At The Learning Experience, Happy Happens Here® isn't just a motto—it's the foundation of everything we do. We're looking for an educator who is committed to helping children learn, play, grow, and thrive while fostering their academic, social, emotional, and physical development.

    What We Offer

    Competitive pay

    Paid time off

    Tuition reimbursement

    Professional development and ongoing training

    Career growth and advancement opportunities

    Employee discount

    Referral program

    State-of-the-art classrooms with engaging learning materials and technology

    The opportunity to implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®

    Supportive and collaborative team environment

    Key Responsibilities

    Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences for preschool children (4–5 years old).

    Create a welcoming, safe, and organized classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and independence.

    Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through play-based learning.

    Prepare children for kindergarten by promoting early literacy, math, problem-solving, and social skills.

    Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.

    Build positive relationships and communicate regularly with families regarding children's growth and classroom activities.

    Supervise, mentor, and support assistant teachers and classroom staff.

    Maintain classroom records and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing requirements.

    Collaborate with center leadership and fellow educators to provide an exceptional early learning experience.

    Qualifications

    High School Diploma or equivalent required.

    Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.

    Minimum of 6 months of professional childcare or teaching experience required.

    Previous classroom leadership or Lead Teacher experience preferred.

    Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

    Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

    Ability to meet all applicable state licensing requirements.

    Preferred Skills

    Experience implementing preschool curriculum in an early childhood setting.

    Strong classroom management and positive guidance techniques.

    Ability to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.

    CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

    Why Join The Learning Experience?

    At The Learning Experience, we believe every child deserves a joyful start to their educational journey. We invest in our teachers by providing the training, resources, and support needed to build rewarding careers while making a lasting impact on children's lives.

    If you're passionate about preparing preschoolers for their next educational milestone, we'd love to meet you.

    Apply today and join The Learning Experience, where Happy Happens Here® every day!

    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.