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Lead Toddler Teacher

Heartfelt Impressions Learning Centers
CLARKSON, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/11/2026
Heartfelt Impressions Learning Centers is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for young children to explore, learn, and grow. We believe in the importance of early childhood education and are actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher to join our Clarkston team.

As the Lead Toddler Teacher, you have responsibility for day-to-day classroom activities with the support and collaboration of an assistant teacher to provide the best possible learning experience for young children utilizing the High Scope curriculum.

Position Details:
Status: Regular, full-time (40 hours/week)
Schedule: Monday – Friday (8am-5pm)
Pay rate- $15-$20/hour (based on certification or degree and years of experience)
Location: Onsite, Clarkston, MI

Qualifications:
  • CDA (Child Development Associate) credential, required
  • Bachelor’s or associates degree in early childhood education, child development or child-related field, preferred
  • Minimum of one year experience in a toddler classroom, required
  • CPR Certification
  • Willing to pursue higher education in accordance with NAEYC and Michigan Child Care Licensing guidelines for ECE Teachers

Benefits:
  • Paid professional development
  • Childcare discount (TriShare center/employer)
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance (choice of plans)
  • Free Telehealth
  • Aflac Supplemental Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K with company match
  • Paid Planning Time
  • Referral bonuses
  • Annual performance reviews and increases
  • Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks
  • Birthday benefits

Essential functions:
  • Ensures overall safety of children
  • Develop and implement daily lesson plans based on individual student’s needs and interests
  • Implement HighScope curriculum, philosophy, and assessment tools
  • Conduct Parent Teacher conferences
  • Comply with licensing rules, regulations, and procedures
  • Attend Heartfelt Impressions company/school meetings
  • Partner with parents and assist students regarding “Toilet Learning” approaches
  • Participate in snack and meal service Family Style Dining
  • Ensure cleaning tasks are completed
  • Ensure the classroom is engaging and developmentally age appropriate
Why join our team:

Working at Heartfelt Impressions you will be seen, heard and valued as the educator you are. You will become a part of a family and culture where your knowledge and expertise are appreciated. We aren't your typical daycare- we are educators who teach from the heart!

Our Clarkston campus has earned the Certificate of Recognition from Great Start Quality, the equivalent of a five-star rating.
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