Benefits:

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Lead Teacher (Infant - VPK)

Salary: $15.00 - $21.00 hourly (based on credentials, education, classroom)

📍 The Learning Experience – Zephyrhills 31210 Wells Rd, Zephyrhills, FL 33545

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lead Teacher to join our growing Zephyrhills team! As a Lead Teacher at The Learning Experience, you’ll have the opportunity to guide your own classroom and inspire children to Learn, Play, and Grow.

At TLE, you’ll be empowered to create a warm, engaging, and developmentally rich environment where both children and teachers thrive.

As a Lead Teacher, You Will:

Lead your assigned classroom with confidence and creativity, implementing the L.E.A.P.® Curriculum designed to support social-emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.

Use our beloved TLE characters to make learning engaging and meaningful.

Design daily lesson plans and maintain child progress documentation.

Build strong relationships with families through ongoing communication and parent conferences.

Ensure classroom compliance with DCF standards, health, and safety requirements.

Mentor and guide Assistant Teachers to maintain consistency and excellence.

Foster an inclusive, nurturing, and joyful atmosphere where children feel safe and confident.

What We Offer:

🌟 Dedicated classroom leadership and creative autonomy.

🚀 Professional growth opportunities through TLE training and leadership development.

🎓 Ongoing training and continuing-education support.

💛 A positive, team-focused culture where “Happy Happens Here.”

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of experience in an early childhood classroom.

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.

Active CDA credential (or willingness to obtain)

Completion DCF 45-hour training

Meet all state licensing and Level 2 fingerprinting requirements.

**Employment is contingent upon passing a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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

Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.

If you’re ready to lead with heart and make a lasting impact in early education, apply today to join The Learning Experience – Zephyrhills, where Happy Happens Here!

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.