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
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Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
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Create developmentally appropriate activities that support cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional development
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Establish a safe, organized, engaging, and welcoming classroom environment
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Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers to maintain classroom consistency
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Observe children's development and communicate regularly with families
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Support positive behavior, independence, and successful classroom transitions
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Maintain accurate classroom documentation and required records
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Follow all Illinois childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
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Qualifications
Previous experience working in a licensed daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting required
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Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred
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Early Childhood Education coursework, CDA, or related credential strongly preferred
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Strong classroom management and communication skills
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Dependable, organized, and comfortable leading a classroom team
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Must meet Illinois licensing requirements for the assigned classroom
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What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $18–$19.25 per hour, based on experience and credentials
Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
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Paid training and professional development
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Employee childcare discount
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Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
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Opportunities for continued professional and career growth
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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.
