Meet our TLE® Center team

Kyleigh Dixon
Center Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Hi! I am an Early Childhood Education and Applied Behavioral Science graduate from the University of Kansas. I have been working in childcare for 17 years. I enjoy spending time getting to know the kiddos as well as being in their classrooms playing and learning! I am a big believer in what you put into children is what you get out. Children are our future, so I believe in putting the very best into them! I enjoy getting to support my staff and getting to know the families in my school as well. Working in childcare is a very rewarding profession and I'm grateful to be in it!
Ms. Chelsea Kahn
Infant Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Ping Panda
Ms. Chelsea has many years of early childhood experience and loves working with all ages but enjoys infants the most. She is currently pursuing her degree in early childhood at JCC. Ms. Chelsea is an Arizona native and enjoys gaming and reading.
Miss. Sara Jones
Infant B Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Ms. Sara is originally from Kansas City, MO. She enjoys reading, painting, family Time, bike Riding, and watching Disney movies. Miss. Sara is excited to provide a loving, caring and safe environment for your little one.
Ms. Maureen
Infant A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace Charity
Ms. Maureen is a mom of 4 and a Kansas native and KU fan. She enjoys Yoga, working out, golf, and cooking. She says her goals as part of the TLE team is to inspire, nurture, and encourage each child to have a wonderful learning experience.
Ms. Callie Hulett
Infant A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Ms. Callie enjoys playing on the playground with her two babies. She is originally from Iola, Kansas and is excited Callie is excited to be a part of the TLE team and ensure everything is running smoothly. Infants are on the correct schedule. Ensure teamwork is maintained.

Ms. Kristen Wade
Toddler A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Phoebe Phonics
Ms. Kristen is a sophomore at Pittsburg State and is enjoys playing soccer and hanging out with friends. She is an Olathe, Kansas native. Ms. Kristen's classroom goals are to have fun but also learn new things.
Ms. Kyra Johnson
Toddler A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
Ms. Kyra has her degrees in ABA/RBT, ASL Teacher (2 years), TLE certified She is a proud Overland Park native and Aerial Arts, Hanging out with friends & family, and with her pets. Ms. Kyra Johnson is excited get her students prepared to move up. Show them love. Teach them how to be kind to others.
Ms. Sheralyn McLaughlin
Twaddler A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Miss Chievous
Ms. Sheralyn McLaughlin. She as graduated with her AA in Liberal Arts. Ms. Sheralyn McLaughlin's hobbies include Reading, Camping, Hiking & Music. She is excited to be a member of the TLE team, and to be able to prepare your little ones for Preppers.
Ms. Kate Worrel
Twaddler A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Miss Chievous
Ms. Kate Worrel is currently enrolled in JCC for her ECE degree. She enjoys puzzles, reading, writing, crafts and playing guitar. Ms. Kate classroom goals make learning fun for the kids no matter the activity, so that they can reach their milestones.
Mrs. Shaneeka Williams
Preppers A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Grace Charity
Ms. Williams has over 20 years of childcare experience. She enjoys writing poetry, creating skin and hair products, cooking and working with Polymer clay. Ms. Williams' classroom goals are to have highly proactive students academically to display their own independence and confidence.
Ms. Caitlin Morin
Preschool 1 & 2 Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Ping Panda
Ms. Caitlin has her degree in CDA & Family Development Early Childhood Credential & Associates in Science. She loves spending time with her family, and going to concerts. She is VERY excited to prepare for every child to be school ready and to learn social emotional skills for development.

Ms. Marlana
Preschool 2 Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Ping Panda
Ms. Marlana has many years of experience in both the early childhood as well as elementary field. She is an Overland Park native. Ms. Marlana loves spending time with her boyfriend, family, and dog Arrow. She is excited to allow kids to explore who they are in a fun and safe environment.