Why Work At LOUUCC?
At Lean On Us Unity Child Care Center (LOUUCC), we believe that growth starts from within — for both children and the educators who guide them. Our Grow at LOUUCC initiative is dedicated to the continued professional and personal development of our teaching staff.
Each month, we host engaging professional development workshops that empower educators to:
- Effectively manage challenging classroom behaviors with confidence and compassion.
- Dive deep into “Making Sense of the Reggio Emilia Approach,” enhancing child-led, inquiry-based teaching.
- Strengthen classroom practices through collaborative learning and real-world strategies tailored for early childhood education.
What We Offer
We also recognize that thriving professionals are whole people. That’s why we offer personal development opportunities to help staff set and reach their individual goals, whether that means furthering your education, building leadership skills, or simply finding better work-life balance.
At LOUUCC, you’re not just teaching — you’re growing.
We’re Hiring!
Join Our Team
Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a lasting impact? We’re looking for nurturing, energetic, and dedicated educators to join our team.
At LOUUCC, you will benefit from:
- Monthly professional development and training
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Opportunities for advancement within our growing network
Apply today and grow with us — where every teacher is a learner, and every child is a leader in the making.
Professional Development Initiatives
Tommasco Lana MA
Tommaso Lana is a cross-industry mentor and facilitator based in NYC. He’s lived and worked internationally since 2005 (Germany, Australia, US). Tommaso specializes in enhancing sensory perception, movement, imagination, and collaboration skills in young students’ learning experiences. With expertise in experiential pedagogy, psychomotor education, and kinesthetic didactics, he offers professional development training and workshops, helping educators adopt innovative, child-centered approaches and curricula to meet students’ evolving and challenging needs. His “Embodied Learning” PD programs focus on acknowledging learning as a cognitive, physical, and emotional experience. Tommaso collaborates with Lean On Us Unity Childcare Center, the Smithsonian, the California Institute of Technology, The Google Children’s Center, the 92nd Steet Y Nursery School, Chelsea Day School, Emory University, Los Angeles Public Library, and many other private, public, and religious schools across the US and Australia. He has a Master’s Degree in Social History from the University of Milan, Italy.