Early Preschool Lead Teacher
Full Time • Boise ID - Meridian
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Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Early Preschool Lead Teacher (2½–3 Year Old Classroom)
Location: The Learning Experience – Meridian, ID
Pay: $16–$18 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Location: The Learning Experience – Meridian, ID
Pay: $16–$18 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
About the Role
The Learning Experience – Meridian is seeking a dedicated Early Preschool Lead Teacher to guide our 2½–3 year old classroom. This role bridges the transition from toddler learning to preschool readiness and focuses on building independence, classroom routines, potty training success, and early academic foundations.
This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys shaping structure, supporting developmental milestones, and preparing children for their preschool journey.
What You’ll Do
Lead a classroom of young learners in a safe, structured, and engaging environment
Implement early pre-preschool curriculum aligned with the L.E.A.P. approach
Support language development, early problem-solving, and social-emotional growth
Guide children through toileting routines and increasing independence
Establish consistent classroom expectations and transitions
Communicate daily with families regarding progress and routines
Maintain a clean, organized classroom aligned with licensing standards
Partner with assistant teachers and leadership to ensure classroom success
Implement early pre-preschool curriculum aligned with the L.E.A.P. approach
Support language development, early problem-solving, and social-emotional growth
Guide children through toileting routines and increasing independence
Establish consistent classroom expectations and transitions
Communicate daily with families regarding progress and routines
Maintain a clean, organized classroom aligned with licensing standards
Partner with assistant teachers and leadership to ensure classroom success
What We’re Looking For
High school diploma or GED required
Experience working with children ages 2–3 required
Lead classroom experience preferred
CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework a plus
Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
CPR/First Aid preferred or willingness to obtain
Must meet Idaho childcare licensing requirements
Experience working with children ages 2–3 required
Lead classroom experience preferred
CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework a plus
Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
CPR/First Aid preferred or willingness to obtain
Must meet Idaho childcare licensing requirements
Why Join Us
Competitive hourly pay
Consistent weekday schedule
Supportive leadership and team environment
Paid training and professional development
Employee childcare discount
Opportunities for advancement
Consistent weekday schedule
Supportive leadership and team environment
Paid training and professional development
Employee childcare discount
Opportunities for advancement
Apply today to help young learners build independence, confidence, and readiness for their preschool years.
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 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.
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Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of a child, their families, and the communities we serve.We achieve this mission through three core values: an Innovative Mindset, a Collaborative Spirit, and Community Impact.
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The enthusiasm, commitment and care from our people is what makes TLE® the best place to work in early childhood education. Your talents will shine in our Centers. They’re great places to pursue your passion for teaching, daycare and providing quality early childhood education.
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