Child Care Lead Teacher

Big Blue Marble Academy; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible Scheduling

Discounted childcare (toddlers and up)

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K

Access your wages in real time

Voluntary life and disability保险

Health savings account

Industry leading paid time off

Family feel environment

Job summary

Big Blue Marble Academy is hiring an Early Child Care Lead Teacher in Chattanooga, TN. You will plan and implement activities using our play-based curriculum to foster development and curiosity in infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

You will build rapport with families daily, share milestones through daily reports, and follow safety guidelines to maintain a clean, safe classroom environment while supporting a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
• Early Childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred.
• At least six months experience working in childcare, daycare or preschool preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities using our play-based curriculum that takes children on an adventure around the world as they learn developmentally appropriate skills and concepts.
• Develop rapport with families daily. Use electronic daily reports to share milestones captured throughout the day.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep your classroom clean and safe.

Skills

Play-based curriculum planning

Family rapport building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early Childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred

Job description

Teamwork, giving back, diversity and making a difference is the foundation of who we are. Join our team and you’ll enjoy teaching a curriculum that enhances children’s perspective and understanding of the world outside their community. You’ll become a part of a work community where everyone feels empowered to reach their career goals. Our on-the-job training can pave your career path and development from Assistant Teacher all the way to Center Director.

*Full-time and part-time positions now available with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Discounted childcare (toddlers and up)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401K
• Access your wages in real time
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Industry leading paid time off
• Family feel environment

As an Early Child Care Lead Teacher, you will:

• Plan and implement activities using our play-based curriculum that takes children on an adventure around the world as they learn developmentally appropriate skills and concepts.
• Develop rapport with families daily. Use electronic daily reports to share milestones captured throughout the day.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep your classroom clean and safe

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• Early Childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred
• At least six months experience working in childcare, daycare or preschool preferred
• Employees are required to stand (six to eight hours daily), stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, etc. while working with children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• Must be able to visually supervise children at all times.

Join a team that takes pride in teamwork, giving back and welcoming an inclusive environment. A career with Big Blue Marble Academy will empower you to reach your career goals while making a difference in the lives of the children we serve.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of our background check, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding processes. All employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause.

BBMA is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.