Infant/Toddler Teacher

Job Overview:

Our private preschool, licensed under the TN Department of Education, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Infant Lead Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children ages 6 weeks through 18 months old in a group care setting and a genuine love for working with young children.

Here is how we take care of you:

• 17-25 paid days off each year (after 90-day probationary period and based on tenure)
• We pay for your CDA through a proprietary, accredited curriculum so you can advance your career here!
• Curriculum and lesson plans DONE for you
• All resources and supplies provided
• 3 paid professional development days
• Medical, dental, vision, paid life insurance and supplemental insurance options
• Childcare discount
• Matched 401K options (after completion of first year of employment)
• And much more!!

Duties Include (but are not limited to):

• Spend your days building genuine relationships with each child
• Work with your co-teacher to implement the lesson plans from the research-informed Balanced Learning® curriculum.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence
• Ability to stay on each child’s schedule throughout the day, including feeding, diapering, napping, etc.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children
• Foster social, emotional, and cognitive development through play and structured activities
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a group care setting working with children ages 6 weeks – 2 years old required
• Knowledge of toddler care, infant care, and classroom management techniques
• CDA for infants and toddlers preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and work well in a team
• Ability to have a flexable schedule between the hours of 7 AM - 6 PM, Monday-Friday
• Physically be able to bend up and down continuously throughout the day while caring for young children
• Ability to lift 40 pounds

This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Together we can build a brighter future for all children.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• The Tennessee Department of Education requires all our staff be 21 years of age or older; are you 21 years of age or older?

Experience:

• Infant care: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $17 - $19