Christ-Centered Early Childhood Teacher

Kids for the Future; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lionheart Children's Academy in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to plan, organize, and implement developmentally appropriate, Christ-centered programs for young children in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will ensure compliance with state licensing, NAC, and CACFP requirements, engage families daily, and collaborate with staff to provide spiritual growth alongside academic and social development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Criminal background check required.
• CDA, AA, or BA in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Spiritual alignment with Christ-centered care and education.
• Intentional relationships with children, families, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver activities supporting spiritual, social, emotional, and academic development.
• Supervise children per licensing standards and required ratios; conduct health checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, age-appropriate classroom; follow sanitation and Safe Sleep practices.
• Use varied instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Track attendance, milestones, and routines; communicate with families daily.

Skills

Safety & Compliance

Curriculum Implementation

Family Engagement

Observation & Documentation

Effective Communication

Education

High school diploma

CDA/AA/BA preferred

Job description

Lionheart Children's Academy in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to plan, organize, and implement developmentally appropriate, Christ-centered programs for young children in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will ensure compliance with state licensing, NAC, and CACFP requirements, engage families daily, and collaborate with staff to provide spiritual growth alongside academic and social development.