Early Childhood Education - Teacher in Lebanon, TN

Summary

We are looking for a dedicated, experienced teacher for our older three-year-old classroom as well as our older infant room. At this time, we will only be scheduling interviews with individuals who have experience with these specific age groups.

The Teacher supports Co-Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• High energy. THIS IS NOT A SIT DOWN POSITION!
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK FULL TIME. THIS IS A MONDAY-FRIDAY IN PERSON POSITION. HOURS WOULD LIKELY BE 8:00-5:00 OR 8:30/9:00-5:30. Please do not apply if you cannot meet this requirement. At this time, we have no other positions available with differing hours.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid training and/or certification.
• TECTA Certification

Benefits

Eligible for holiday pay and weather related closures after 90 days.

Eligible for vacation pay after one year of employment.