Job Description

Responsive recruiter Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Lead Teacher – Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Classrooms
Location: The Learning Experience – Gurnee, IL
Pay: $18–$19.25 per hour (commensurate with childcare experience and credentials)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Shift Options: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Are you looking for a supportive work environment that values your growth, creativity, and passion for educating young children? The Learning Experience – Gurnee is seeking caring and motivated Lead Teachers to support classrooms serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.

At The Learning Experience, we go beyond daycare by creating engaging classrooms where children learn through hands-on experiences, structured routines, and meaningful relationships.

Our onboarding and training program helps teachers confidently implement lesson plans and classroom routines across all age groups while growing professionally within a collaborative school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
• Implement the L.E.A.P. Curriculum using interactive learning experiences and classroom activities
• Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Build positive relationships with families and teaching team members
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding classroom activities and developmental progress
• Maintain classroom organization and compliance with licensing and safety standards
• Guide children through daily routines including meals, rest time, and learning centers
• Help create a positive school culture where learning and play happen seamlessly

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for early childhood education and childcare
• Minimum 6 months of professional teaching experience required
• 1 year of professional teaching experience preferred
• Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must meet Illinois childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of $18–$19.25 based on experience and credentials
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee childcare discount
• Referral program
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options

TLE Cares Benefits Package – Fully Paid by Employer

• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Lifemart Employee Discount Program

Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Gurnee and become part of a team dedicated to helping children learn, grow, and thrive every day.
Compensation: $18.00 - $19.25 per hour

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

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.