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Childcare Lead Teacher

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Memphis, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026
Description

Cornerstone Learning Center - East Memphis isa licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachersto support our Twos!

To beQUALIFIEDfor this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. Aplusif you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift:Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm

Compensation: $15-16per hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, includingEnhanced CareerandProfessionalDevelopment
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for ourteachers!

Our Hiring Process:

  • Resumescreen
  • Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
  • On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
    • Q&A
    • Classroom observation
  • Offer

MainJob Responsibilities:

  • Lead all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
  • Implement activitiesthatencourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative,and physical development.
  • Take initiative, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
  • Createandmaintainan environment that is clean and safe for all children.
  • Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family toprovidequality care for the children.
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running,and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with childrenand desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Cornerstone Learning Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal,state,or local law.

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary : $15 - $16

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