Lead Teacher

Joyoflearningcenter; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The Joyoflearningcenter in Knoxville, Tennessee is hiring for a teaching position focused on delivering age-appropriate lessons and fostering a secure classroom environment.

Qualifications include being at least 18 years old, having a High School Diploma or GED, and previous experience in a preschool or child care setting. Pay is $14.00-$16.00 per hour based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Previous 1 year experience in a preschool or child care learning facility is required.
• DHS training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons.
• Create a welcoming classroom environment.
• Promote children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Observe and document children’s growth and learning progress.
• Build partnerships with families through regular updates.

Skills

Age-appropriate lesson planning

Classroom management

Observation and assessment

Collaboration with families

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities aligned with early childhood learning standards
• Create a welcoming classroom where children feel secure, respected, and encouraged to explore
• Promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through structured and unstructured activities
• Maintain discipline and establish routines that encourage positive behavior and cooperation
• Observe, assess, and document children’s growth, behaviors, and learning progress using appropriate tools and methods
• Build strong partnerships with families through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and progress reports
• Follow all health, hygiene, and safety protocols, including maintaining a clean and organized classroom
• Work with fellow teachers, aides, and school administrators to support school goals and share best practices
• Modify activities to accommodate children with diverse learning needs and developmental levels
• Participate in ongoing training, workshops, and staff meetings to stay current with early childhood education trends.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous 1 year experience in a preschool or child care learning facility is required.
• DHS training.

Pay: $14.00-$16.00/hour based on education and experience

Equal Opportunity Employer
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