Benefits:

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education

Location: The Learning Experience – Gurnee, IL Pay: $18–$19.25 per hour (based on experience and credentials) Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Lead a Classroom Where Children Love to Learn

The Learning Experience – Gurnee is seeking a passionate and dependable Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This full-time position is ideal for an experienced childcare professional who is ready to take ownership of a classroom, create engaging learning experiences, and help children build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

As a Lead Teacher, you'll work closely with your classroom team and center leadership to create a nurturing, structured environment where children feel supported and excited to come to school each day.

What You'll Do

Lead daily classroom routines, activities, and learning experiences

Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum

Create developmentally appropriate activities that support cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional development

Establish a safe, organized, engaging, and welcoming classroom environment

Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers to maintain classroom consistency

Observe children's development and communicate regularly with families

Support positive behavior, independence, and successful classroom transitions

Maintain accurate classroom documentation and required records

Follow all Illinois childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

Previous experience working in a licensed daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting required

Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred

Early Childhood Education coursework, CDA, or related credential strongly preferred

Strong classroom management and communication skills

Dependable, organized, and comfortable leading a classroom team

Must meet Illinois licensing requirements for the assigned classroom

What We Offer

Competitive pay of $18–$19.25 per hour, based on experience and credentials

Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule

Paid training and professional development

Employee childcare discount

Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment

Opportunities for continued professional and career growth

Apply Today

Join The Learning Experience – Gurnee and take the lead in creating a classroom where children feel safe, supported, challenged, and excited to learn every day.

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.