Learning Care Group·Santa Rosa, California
The Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for implementing the proprietary curriculum and ensuring the daily care and safety of children according to licensing guidelines. They must also observe, assess, and plan educational activities while maintaining effective communication with families.
This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.
Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.
Creative! Implement our proprietary curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.
We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:
At least 6 months experience leading an early childhood classroom and creating educational lesson plans in a licensed center.
Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education units.
The ability to meet state requirements for background, immunization, CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training requirements
Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
Lead Teacher- $21.07-$21.89
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers
Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees
Monday through Friday work week.
Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.
We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success
Candidates must have at least 6 months of experience in a licensed early childhood classroom and a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education units. Applicants are also required to meet state background, immunization, and safety training standards.
Market context
California child care centers often need lead toddler teachers who can meet licensing and classroom leadership requirements. This role is competitive because it asks for early childhood education units, prior lead experience, and compliance with background check, immunization, and mandated reporter rules. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your ECE units and licensing documents before applying.