Support Teacher

Job Overview:

Our private preschool, licensed under the TN Department of Education, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Preschool Support Teacher to join our team. This team member will help support all of the various age groups and programs that we offer. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children ages 6 weeks - 5 years of age in a group care setting and a genuine love for working with young children.

Here is how we take care of you:

• Option to move to a 4 x 10 hour shifts after a 90-day probationary period
• 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 the classroom lead 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 student's day or other information relayed by the students' lead teacher

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a group care setting working with children ages 6 weeks to Pre-Kindergarten required
• Knowledge of toddler care, infant care, and classroom management techniques
• CDA 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 - 5:30 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
• Meet all requirements from state and local regulatory agencies, including passing a required background check

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: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• The TN Department of Education requires all our staff be 21 years of age or older. Are you 21 years of age or older?
• Do you have the ability to lift 40 pounds?

Experience:

• group care : 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $16 - $18