Afternoon Support Teacher (3-6pm): Nurture Minds

Primrose School of West Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Primrose School of West Knoxville is seeking a dedicated after-school Support Teacher to help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. Hours are Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m., with responsibilities spanning supervision, curriculum implementation, and maintaining an engaging classroom environment.

The role emphasizes the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, with a focus on safety, consistency and collaboration with the Director and staff.

Qualifications

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs. for child handling and safety; infant lifting for younger ages as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observe health, safety and care regulations for Primrose West Knoxville.
• Implement approved lesson plans and daily schedules within the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum.
• Maintain a clean, attractive classroom that encourages exploration and confident decision making.
• Provide verbal recognition and clear expectations for children's behavior.
• Assist in maintenance and housekeeping duties of classroom, common areas and playgrounds.
• Adhere to employee handbook guidelines and support the Director as needed.

Skills

Child care basics

Teaching experience

Child development

Physical requirement

Job description

Primrose School of West Knoxville is seeking a dedicated after-school Support Teacher to help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. Hours are Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m., with responsibilities spanning supervision, curriculum implementation, and maintaining an engaging classroom environment.

The role emphasizes the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, with a focus on safety, consistency and collaboration with the Director and staff.