Meet our TLE® Center team

Kelly L.
Center Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I was born and raised in Chicago, IL, and moved to Arizona when I was 14. I have over 30 years of experience in childcare and have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I am married to a wonderful husband of 8 years, and our blended family gives us 6 children collectively (all grown) and one grandson. I love crafting greeting cards and spending time with my wonderful family.

Johanne J.
Curriculum Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Miss Chievous
I have 21 years of experience in childcare. I am married to my high school sweetheart. We have four amazing adult children who we spend a lot of time with, along with their significant others. We are proud grandparents to our grandson Jaxon. I love my job and enjoy coming to work... TLE is a great place to work!

Kim V.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
I'm from California, moved to Arizona when I was 5 years old. I'm a first time Mama to my son Xavier. My goal is to be a nurse, specifically labor and delivery.

Heather B.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace Charity
I've been apart of the amazing TLE family since July 2022. I have 6 years experience in childcare and was a nanny for 4 years. I enjoy doing arts & crafts, hanging out with family & I love the outdoors. I love being a part of the TLE family and coming to work. Nothing beats those little smiles & hugs!

Makayla G.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
I recently graduated from NAU with a Bachelor's of Science in Business Management. I've been with TLE since they opened back in 2019. I love it here! I love animals and crafts of all kinds, and I really enjoy planning fun activities to with my class.

Natalee S.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bongo Bear
I've been working with children for 7 years. I've mostly worked with toddlers and two's. Its a rewarding feeling watching and helping little ones grow. When I'm not teaching, I'm running my small business. I enjoy shopping, hanging out with family & friends. I'm excited to be doing what I love here at TLE.

Angelica E.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Tito Toro
Hello! I'm Angie, This is my 3rd year working with children and I enjoy my job. I enjoy reading, baking and spending time with my family & friends.

Cypress B.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
My name is Cypress and I'm new to childcare. I love to dance, very clumsy, but always try to have a smile on my face! My favorite colors are blue and purple.

Ashley K.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I've worked in childcare since I was 18. I have been with TLE for over a year. My favorite age group to work with are 2s and 3s.

Keatyn T.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace Charity
I've been with TLE since 2022. I'm currently studying family life education at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. I'm also a mama to my sweet son Finn. I enjoy coming to work everyday and working with the children and staff.

Cherie A.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
I was born and raised in Whittier, California. I moved to Arizona 2 years ago. Worked with children & families for over 15 years. Blessed to work with little kiddos. I love spending time exploring the city with my husband & daughter, Alina

DarQuisce M.
Floater
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I'm a mom of 2 boys, Aydin & Auyvion. My boys are my everything. We do everything together. They keep me busy with going to the park & playing video games.

Ella K.
Floater
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I've been working at TLE since June 2021 and enjoy working with children of all ages. I have 6 years prior experience through babysitting. I graduated from Perry Hight School in May of 2021 where I took an Early Childhood Education class. I am a freshman at Mesa Community College studying to be a music education major and I'm currently in the Sun Devil Marching Band at ASU.

Ada R.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I was born in Arizona. I graduated from Chandler High School, while in high school I took classes in Early Childhood. I love working with children and enjoy baby setting my cousins. I enjoy working at The Learning Experience.

Lora "Strawberry"
Cook
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace Charity
I love my job at TLE and am a very happy person. I enjoy feeding the kids especially when they're so happy to see me and the food I make. With my spare time, I love to make wreaths and take them to craft shows.

Breanne E.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Two Plus Toucan
I was born in Scottsdale Arizona. I've been in childcare since 2013. I enjoy working with children. I spend most of my time in Target. I also enjoy reading and drawing.

Leslie E.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Hi I'm Leslie, I'm currently attending school for Art Education. I love working with children. I enjoy reading, music, art and traveling.

Vanessa J.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
I'm a single parent of 3 beautiful daughters; Rianna 34, Sierra, and Melena (twins)21. I've been teaching 1st-4th grades for 16 years and have my BS degree from NAU in Elementary/Special Education. I love music, I'm a sports fan, I love children, and am vey dedicated to my profession. I was born and raised in Fort Defiance/Window Rock, AZ and I'm Native American from the Navajo Nation (full-blooded).

Savita B.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
I have 12 years of experience working in childcare. I have a degree in ancient history and studied Early Childhood Education at Northampton Community College in Pennsylvania. I am married to a wonderful and caring husband of 43 years. I have 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. I love music, art, and crafting. I am very fortunate to work at TLE, Chandler with wonderful staff and management.

Shelbie F.
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I am originally from Central Illinois where I was born and raised. I moved to Arizona when I was 17 with my family. I have been in childcare for 7 years, and have loved every second. I enjoy singing, arts and crafts, and making learning fun for children.