Early Head Start Teacher — Grow into Lead Role

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance

100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance

100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Low-Cost Vision Insurance Available

5% Employer Contribution to Your 401(k

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Meaningful Work Serving Children and F

Credible Career Growth

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency seeks an Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site Teacher Assistant in Gallatin, TN. This full-time role offers a dual-path entry into infant/toddler education with potential growth into a Lead Teacher position.

For the Teacher path, a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred, with a CDA or equivalent required. For the Assistant path, a HS diploma or GED is required, with CDA within 6 months and growth to the Teacher role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred.
• CDA credential or equivalent coursework required for infants/toddlers.
• Experience in a preschool or infant/toddler classroom preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required; CDA or Associate’s degree preferred; must obtain CDA within 6 months for pathway to Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead classroom instruction, planning, and implementation of daily lessons and activities.
• Assist in conducting child assessments and use data to guide instruction and developmental planning.
• Foster partnerships with families through regular communication, home visits, conferences, and engagement in classroom activities.
• Collaborate with families to identify and access needed resources or community services.
• Assist with meal service, model positive interactions during mealtime, and maintain a clean, safe classroom.

Skills

Childcare experience

Travel willingness

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ECE/Child Development

CDA credential or equivalent coursework

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate’s degree (for pathway)

Job description

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency seeks an Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site Teacher Assistant in Gallatin, TN. This full-time role offers a dual-path entry into infant/toddler education with potential growth into a Lead Teacher position.

For the Teacher path, a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred, with a CDA or equivalent required. For the Assistant path, a HS diploma or GED is required, with CDA within 6 months and growth to the Teacher role.