Infant Lead Teacher

Discovery Point; Tennessee; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Point is seeking a Lead Teacher to craft lesson plans and guide children's growth and development. You will foster a nurturing environment, ensuring compliance with state regulations while building relationships with families. This role serves as a gateway to a rewarding career in childcare, crucial for community development.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Knowledge of early childhood education curriculum.
• Ability to communicate professionally with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Implement weekly curricula addressing all learning goals.
• Provide direction to other staff in the classroom.
• Maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.

Skills

Knowledge of early childhood education

Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety

Knowledge of child care licensing rules

Education

CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Position Summary:

As a Lead Teacher, you will plan lessons and instruct children in activities according to approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. In addition, you will promote and participate in all center functions, communicate with, and develop positive relationships with all family members.

Duties:

• Implement weekly curricula which address all learning goals
• Provide direction to other staff in classroom
• Responsible for organization and adherence to a daily schedule
• Adherence to all State and Discovery Point policies and regulations
• Communicate in a friendly, professional manner with parents, staff, and management
• Maintain a welcoming, upbeat, positive atmosphere in classroom
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the classroom at all times

Qualifications:

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience
• Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum
• Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations
• Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required
• Must have CDA/degree in ECE

State Teaching Requirements:

• TN Teaching Requirements

Compensation: $8 -13.50/hour

Teaching and working at Discovery Point is more than just a “daycare job.” This is your opportunity to make an impact in the lives of the children in your community with a rewarding career path in child care.

Our staff is the heart of each of our childcare centers. Their dedication and focus in caring for and educating the children in their care is such a vital part of what makes Discovery Point so special.

We’re expanding our team with positions available at several of our child care centers. Careers like these need qualified applicants who work well with children and have a passion for education — and for having fun!

OUR MISSION:To build a child care brand committed to providing each child with a nurturing, supportive environment for growth and learning.

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If you’re ready to make an impact in the lives of children in your community, come join the Discovery Point team!

Disclaimer: Each Discovery Point franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the franchise location’s management. All inquiries about employment at this franchise location should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Discovery Point Franchising.