Center Manager - Henry County

Tennessee State University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Tennessee State University invites applications for the Center Manager position at the Henry County site. This full-time role oversees Early Childhood Education classrooms, ensuring compliance with Head Start, licensing, and curriculum standards, while supervising staff and coordinating family services.

Located in Henry County, the role requires a supervisory background, an associate degree (with a preferred bachelor's), and experience in classroom teaching for infant-toddler groups.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Early Childhood Education, management, or a closely related field is required.
• Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education, management, or a closely related field preferred.
• Two (2) years of successfully evaluated classroom teacher experience required; experience in an infant-toddler classroom preferred.
• One (1) Year Of Program Supervisory Experience Is Required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure classrooms meet Head Start guidelines and licensing standards.
• Schedule staffing patterns in compliance with Head Start Standards.
• Determine duties for teaching staff and substitutes and ensure weekly lesson plans are completed.
• Collaborate with Disabilities Coordinator for referrals to TEIS and oversee curriculum implementation.

Skills

Teaching experience

Program supervisory experience

Early childhood knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)

Job description

Posting Details

Position Title Center Manager - Henry County

Division Research and Sponsored Programs

Department COE Learning Sciences

Number of hours per week 40

Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Months per year Fiscal (12 months)

Job Type Full-Time

Campus Other

If other location, please indicate Henry County

Position Number 106860

Advertised Salary $32,760- $39,312

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Job Description

Ensure classrooms are meeting all guidelines which govern EHS including Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing Standards as well as meet ITERS , ECERS , FCCERS , and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.

Scheduling staffing patterns in compliance with federal Head Start Performance Standards.

Determine, define and assign duties for teaching staff and substitutes.

Ensure teaching staff are completing weekly lesson plans and anecdotal notes.

Collaborate with Disabilities Coordinator for any referrals to TEIS .

Monitor the implementation of Creative Curriculum in the classroom and provide guidance as needed.

Identify and prioritize materials and equipment needed in classrooms and playground.

Provide support with new classroom set-up.

Order supplies for classrooms and ensure supplies used in all classrooms are developmentally appropriate.

Ensure classroom schedule meets DHS and OHS regulations.

Ensure planning is individualized for all children.

To assist with and monitor the overall completion of screenings and assessments.

Assure that all children and families with special needs receive accommodations in accordance with ADA , IDEA , Part C, LEA and Head Start Performance Standards.

Ensure parent teacher conferences and educational home visits occur according to the guidelines set forth by the Early Childhood/Parent Involvement/Disabilities Coordinator.

Follow health regulations and universal precautions in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing.

Maintain accurate USDA verification of menus, meal service and meal counts.

Ensure required health and nutrition screenings are complete and that follow-ups occur according to procedures.

Participate in monthly evacuation drills and be knowledgeable of the emergency plan of his/her center.

Complete and receive certification in First Aid and Infant CPR as scheduled by the Health/Nutrition/Transportation Coordinator.

Prepare and submit purchase requisitions to supervisor as needed.

Submit work order form to central office when repairs are needed.

Schedule and monitor evacuation procedures as directed by the Health/Nutrition/Transportation Coordinator

Provide necessary support to staff during the DHS 3-Star Rating System Assessment preparation process.

Ensure home visits and parent conferences occur as required, and are used to discuss the child’s individual development and progress.

• Serve as the agency contact person for DHS Child Care Licensing, State Fire Marshal and the County Environmentalist; insuring availability of all related licensing requirements and assuring that all standards have been meet.

Minimum Qualifications

• An associate degree in Early Childhood Education, management, or a closely related field is required.
• Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education, management, or a closely related field preferred.
• Two (2) years of successfully evaluated classroom teacher experience required; experience in an infant-toddler classroom preferred.
• One (1) Year Of Program Supervisory Experience Is Required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date 09/01/2026

Close Date 09/15/2026

Job Category Clerical

Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.