Head Start Teacher: Inspire 3–5-Year-Olds & Families

Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency; Church Hill (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (TCRS)

Life insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid holidays

401(k) & 457 plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency in Hawkins County, Tennessee is seeking a Head Start Teacher to prepare children ages 3–5 for school success within a holistic program that includes health, nutrition, and family engagement.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (Bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years of preschool experience. The position is full-time, on-site, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on social-emotional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with preschool children (preferred)
• Meets Tennessee DHS standards for preschool day care centers
• Must pass background check and physical exam
• Ability to lift a child weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must have valid TN driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Foster social and emotional development using positive guidance techniques
• Create and deliver age-appropriate daily lesson plans and schedules
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom following Active Supervision and safety curriculums and accurately track student headcounts and transition protocols
• Supervise and mentor classroom staff and volunteers with constructive feedback and modeling
• Implement proactive classroom management strategies for smooth daily operations
• Support each child’s emotional growth with a warm, culturally sensitive environment
• Observe, assess, and tailor activities to promote children’s physical and intellectual growth
• Maintain positive, respectful communication with families, staff, community members, and conduct home visits
• Adhere to agency policies, complete assigned tasks, and uphold professionalism
• Work is based in Hawkins County, Tennessee

Skills

Early childhood education knowledge

Communication with families

Classroom management

Team leadership

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency in Hawkins County, Tennessee is seeking a Head Start Teacher to prepare children ages 3–5 for school success within a holistic program that includes health, nutrition, and family engagement.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (Bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years of preschool experience. The position is full-time, on-site, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on social-emotional development.