Teacher - Early Head Start Program

Tennessee State University; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee State University invites applications for the position of Teacher-Early Head Start Program in Henry, Gibson and Weakley Counties. This professional will direct the activities of children and families in the Early Head Start program and provide developmentally appropriate quality care for children ages 0-3 in a child care center.

Develop individualized lesson plans, participate in meetings with families, and establish relationships with parents, staff and the community.

Qualifications

• A CDA is required; Infant/Toddler CDA or related degree preferred.
• Knowledge of psychological and biological needs of infants and toddlers; ability to prepare educational materials.
• Professional knowledge of instructional methods, materials, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of children and families in the Early Head Start program.
• Provide developmentally appropriate care for children ages 0-3 in a child care center.
• Develop individualized lesson plans for children in their caseload.
• Participate in meetings involving children and families to help assess, plan, and coordinate core service delivery.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff, children and the community.

Skills

Communication

Early childhood development knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Child Development Credential (CDA)

Infant/Toddler CDA

Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Job description

Thank you for selecting
Tennessee State University
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Teacher - Early Head Start Program

Division

Division Research and Sponsored Programs

Department

Number of hours per week

Number of hours per week 40

Days to be worked

Months per year

Months per year Fiscal (12 months)

If modified, list months

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Campus

Campus Other

If other location, please indicate

If other location, please indicate Henry, Gibson and Weakley Counties

Position Number

Position Number 106940

Advertised Salary

Advertised Salary $32,760- $39,312

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Job Description

Tennessee State University invites applications for the position of Teacher-Early Head Start Program in Henry, Gibson and Weakley Counties.
This professional will direct the activities of children and families in the Early Head Start program. Provide developmentally appropriate quality care for children ages 0-3 in a child care center. Develop individualized lesson plans for children in their caseload. Participate in meetings involving children and families to help assess, plan, and coordinate core service delivery.
Be a responsible, mature, caring individual with experience in early childhood development, parenting education and family case management services. Knowledge of state, regional and local family resources preferred. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures. Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with, parents, children, coworkers and the public.
Must be able to do the following:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the basic principles of appropriate early childhood development;
• Work as a team member, establish and maintain effective, working relationships with staff, children and families;
• Maintain respectful relationships and communication with staff, families, children and the community;
• Organize, manage, and control work flow;
• Work with individuals from various ethnic; cultural, socio-economic and educational backgrounds;
• Work collaboratively with Mentor Teachers, Center Managers, Coordinators and Directors;
• Complete and submit required paperwork and reports as scheduled;
• Participate in program group activities, such as parent meetings, advisory committee meetings, and family social events, as appropriate and assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a Child Development Credential ( CDA ) required. An Infant/Toddler CDA , degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field preferred.
Knowledge of psychological and biological needs of infants and toddlers. Ability to prepare and present educational materials. Professional knowledge of instructional methods, materials, and program development.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date

Open Date 05/14/2026

Close Date

Job Category

Requisition Number

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more. Visit https://www.tnstate.edu/hr/benefits.aspx for more information.

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