Preschool Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education
Location: The Learning Experience – Canton, MI
Pay:$17–$20 per hour (based on experience and credentials)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Lead a Classroom Where Preschoolers Love to Learn
The Learning Experience – Canton is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Preschool Lead Teacher to lead a classroom of young learners as they build the confidence, independence, and early academic skills they need for kindergarten and beyond.
We're looking for an educator who is comfortable taking ownership of a classroom, creating engaging learning experiences, and working collaboratively with Assistant Teachers and center leadership.
What You'll Do
- Lead daily preschool classroom routines and learning experiences
- Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Create hands-on activities that support early literacy, math, science, creativity, and social-emotional development
- Encourage independence, problem-solving, communication, and positive peer relationships
- Maintain a structured, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
- Guide and support Assistant Teachers within the classroom
- Observe children's development and communicate regularly with families
- Maintain required classroom records and documentation
- Follow Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
Qualifications
- Previous professional experience in a preschool, daycare, or licensed childcare setting required
- Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred
- CDA, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or Early Childhood Education coursework strongly preferred
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Must meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements for the position
What We Offer
- $17–$20 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 career advancement
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience – Canton and lead a preschool classroom where children build confidence, curiosity, and a strong foundation for future school success.
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.