Two-Year-Old Lead Teacher

Cdom; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Cdom in Memphis is seeking a nurturing and enthusiastic Lead Teacher for our Two-Year-Old classroom. This role involves creating a warm, safe, and engaging learning environment where children can grow in various developmental areas. The Lead Teacher will plan appropriate activities that foster a love for learning and support Catholic values.

Applicants should have a degree in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching young children. Strong communication and classroom management skills are essential. Join us to lay the foundation for a lifetime of faith and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching young children in a preschool or childcare setting.
• Ability to create a nurturing and safe classroom environment.
• Commitment to Catholic education values.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons for two-year-olds.
• Foster children's growth across various development areas.
• Maintain classroom routines and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Child development knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Description

Incarnation Catholic Preschool is seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic, and dedicated Lead Teacher for our Two-Year-Old classroom. This individual will create a warm, safe, and engaging learning environment where children can grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. The Lead Teacher will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities while fostering a love of learning rooted in Catholic values. At Incarnation Catholic Preschool, we believe that early childhood is a sacred time of discovery, growth, and joy. Our mission is to provide a faith-filled environment where every child is known, loved, and encouraged to flourish.

Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities that support the growth and development of two-year-old children.
• Create a nurturing, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Foster children's social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual development through intentional teaching and positive interactions.
• Guide children using positive behavior management techniques and age-appropriate expectations.
• Maintain daily classroom routines, including arrival, playtime, snack, toileting, outdoor activities, rest time, and dismissal.
• Observe and assess children's development and communicate progress with parents as needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance, student records, and required classroom documentation.
• Ensure classroom compliance with all Department of Human Services regulations and licensing requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with teaching assistants, administration, and fellow staff members.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with parents, guardians, and staff.
• Uphold and model Catholic values in a respectful, inclusive, and child-centered manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Complete required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and participate in school events as required.
• Complete all required professional development and continuing education hours.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Experience teaching young children in a preschool, childcare, or early learning setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices for two-year-old children.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated patience, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry children when necessary.
• Ability to sit, kneel, bend, and move comfortably on the floor with children.
• Ability to supervise active children both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

What We're Looking For

• Has a passion for early childhood education and nurturing young learners.
• Creates a joyful, engaging, and faith-filled classroom environment.
• Is dependable, organized, and proactive.
• Demonstrates warmth, patience, and professionalism.
• Values collaboration and positive relationships with families and colleagues.
• Embraces the mission of Catholic education and serves as a positive role model for children.

Join our preschool family and help lay the foundation for a lifetime of faith, learning, and growth.