Early Head Start Teacher

Anderson County Schools Preschool; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson County Schools Preschool in Clinton, Tennessee is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to help shape learning for infants and toddlers. You’ll lead daily activities, partner with the lead teacher, and support staff to create a safe, nurturing classroom.

The role is full-time (210 days per year, 8 hours per day) with compensation based on the district pay scale plus supplements; CDA required and age 21+; Spanish skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• CDA credential (or greater) is required.
• Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in daily classroom activities with infants and toddlers.
• Collaborate with lead teacher and support staff.
• Foster development in language, social-emotional, physical and early cognitive skills.
• Create a safe, nurturing learning environment for every child.

Skills

Age 21+

Spanish language (nice to have)

Education

CDA credential or higher

Job description

Anderson County School District Anderson County Schools Preschool - Clinton, Tennessee Open in Google Maps

Early Head Start Teacher

Anderson County School District Anderson County Schools Preschool - Clinton, Tennessee Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5914130
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a lasting impact in the lives of young children? Join our team as an Early Head Start Teacher, where you’ll play a vital role in shaping the earliest learning experiences of infants and toddlers.

In this role, you’ll engage in daily classroom activities, collaborate closely with your lead teacher and support staff, and create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive. You’ll help foster growth across all areas of development, including language, social-emotional skills, physical milestones, and early cognitive learning, setting the foundation for lifelong success.

What we are looking for:

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Child Development Associate credential (CDA), or greater, is required

• Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, but not required

Position Details:
This is a full-time position working 210 days per year at 8 hours per day.

Salary:
Compensation is based on the Anderson County Schools Educational Assistant pay scale with applicable supplements.

If you’re dedicated, caring, and ready to inspire young learners during their most important developmental years, we’d love to hear from you.

For questions, please contact the Preschool HR Manager at 865-463-2834.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Preschool

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lindsay Harber , Preschool HR Manager
• Anderson County Schools Preschool
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]