Teacher 1 - Ann Campbell Early Learning Center (ACE)

Middle Tennessee State University; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

13 paid university holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

Middle Tennessee State University is seeking a Teacher 1 for the Ann Campbell Early Learning Center (ACE) to create developmentally appropriate environments for toddlers and preschoolers. You will collaborate with a co‑teacher and classroom adults to engage children through daily activities and routines, while supporting families with transitions.

The role includes mentoring university students in the classroom and participating in related special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the specified education areas.
• Two years of experience with young children (birth through age five).
• Active Tennessee Teaching License in an Early Childhood or related area (PreK-3).

Responsibilities

• Create developmentally appropriate learning spaces and experiences for toddlers/preschoolers.
• Collaborate with a co‑teacher and classroom staff to support all children.
• Support families during daily transitions and assist ACE students with course requirements.

Skills

Two years experience

Collaborative teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development and Family Studies

Related field for birth through age five education

Job description

Job Title

Teacher 1 - Ann Campbell Early Learning Center (ACE)

Department Ann Campbell Early Learning Center

Salary

$48,920 - $60,252; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Reporting to the Director of the Ann Campbell Early Learning Center (ACE), the Teacher will create developmentally appropriate learning environments and experiences for toddlers and/or preschoolers with and without developmental delays, based on individual child assessments and developmentally appropriate practices. The Teacher will collaborate with a co‑teacher and other classroom adults to facilitate the learning and development of all children through active engagement in a variety of daily activities and routines.

The Teacher will support families as they transition their children to and from the Center each day and will model effective practices and provide guidance and information to University students completing course requirements within the classroom. The Teacher will also perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following areas:

• Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Special Education
• Elementary Education
• Child Development and Family Studies
• A closely related field that prepares individuals to teach or work with young children, birth through age five, such as Deaf Education, Visual Disabilities, Communication Disorders, or Speech‑Language Pathology.

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of experience working with young children, birth through age five.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Active Tennessee Teaching License:

• Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Education Special Education Integrated PreK‑3
• Elementary Education
• Special Education

Desirable Related Experience

• Working with young children, birth through age five, with a variety of developmental and learning needs.
• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and individualized learning experiences.
• Conducting developmental assessments and using assessment information to guide instructional planning and individual supports.
• Working collaboratively with families and other professionals to support children’s development and learning.
• Participating in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) process and implementing strategies, supports, or goals identified through an IFSP or other individualized plan.
• Working in a university‑affiliated early childhood program, laboratory school, training site, or similar educational setting.
• Mentoring, supervising, or providing guidance to college students, interns, practicum students, student employees, or volunteers in an early childhood classroom.
• Collaborating with University faculty, researchers, related‑service professionals, or community agencies.
• Participating in early childhood program quality improvement, recognition, accreditation, licensing, or regulatory processes.

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

• Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid
• AED

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Philosophy Required

Benefits

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12‑month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).

Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at [phone].

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug‑Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

Application Review Date:October 22, 2026