Lead Childcare Teacher

Cornerstone Learning Centers; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Cornerstone Learning Center- Southwind is hiring a Lead Teacher for the Toddler classroom. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass all background checks, with one year of childcare experience preferred.

Typical shift is Monday through Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm, offering a competitive hourly rate and growth opportunities. The position emphasizes nurturing a positive learning environment, teamwork, and open communication with families.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED
• Background checks must be passed
• One year of previous childcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the toddler classroom in line with the center's philosophy and goals.
• Implement activities that promote emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take initiative, accept feedback, and continuously improve program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean and safe environment for all children.
• Establish a professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Meet physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 40 lbs.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cornerstone Learning Center- Southwind is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers for the following classroom:

• Toddlers

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. One year of previous childcare experience preferred!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Compensation: $15-16 per hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, includingEnhanced CareerandProfessionalDevelopment
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for ourteachers!

Our Hiring Process:

1. Resumescreen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
   1. Q&A
   2. Classroom observation
4. Offer

MainJob Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
• Implement activitiesthatencourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative,and physical development.
• Take initiative, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
• Createandmaintainan environment that is clean and safe for all children.
• Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family toprovidequality care for the children.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running,and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Cornerstone Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal,state,or local law.