Open Position:  Pre-K Lead Teacher

Trinity Learning Center is a Christian preschool and will be teaching Christian values as well as academic and social-emotional learning in a play-based setting. Our work day is from 8:30-2:30 with students in class from 9-2 each school day. We follow the Knox County school calendar and closings with a few exceptions.

This position is for a 5 day a week lead teacher in a 4 or 5 year old classroom. The position is 5 days a week and the teacher will be responsible for 10 children.

For all lead teacher positions, lesson planning, classroom management, patience, and kindness are a must. Past teaching experience preferred. CDA or higher degree in Early Childhood Development or related field required. Competitive salary with training bonus, planning time, childcare discount, and paid time off.  Professional development assistance is also available.

We have a supportive, friendly, team-oriented group of teachers with a caring, family-friendly work environment. We are looking for one or two more great teachers to add to our team.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $14.00 - $14.50 per hour (depending on education and years of experience)

Job Description Details:  on following page

Qualifications 

• Must have reached legal age of 21. 
• Must have High School Diploma or General  Education Diploma. 
• Must have an Associates(CDA) or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or similar field for leading a 4 or 5 year old classroom
• Must have at least 3 years experience with children to lead younger classrooms in place of degree in Early Childhood Education or similar field
• Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds
• Great communication skills and a positive  attitude to work with staff and families
• Love of children and passion for helping them learn and  grow in Christ 
• Great organization skills
• Must hold and maintain current CPR and First  Aid certifications (will train)
• Must pass required DHS trainings and background check

Responsibilities 

• Reports to Director/Assistant Director
• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being  of the children at all times
• Submit monthly newsletter to the Assistant  Director
• Responsible for planning curriculum for the  children in the classroom that is TN-ELDS  based, developmentally appropriate and helps children develop physically, cognitively,  emotionally, socially and spiritually. (Weekly  lesson plans due in to Assistant Director at a  minimum of 2 weeks in advance). 
• Ensuring all lesson planning, safety & emergency preparedness guidelines are implemented each day
• Gather supplies needed before school each day
• Follow all sanitization and organization procedures 
• Ensure regular observation/assessments of  children throughout the year 
• Attend field trips if applicable
• Decorate the room according to DHS rules, including bulletin boards
• Attend team meetings with the Team Leader
• Attend monthly staff meetings
• Attend all staff trainings and complete all annual training hours required
• Be familiar & comply with all DHS state  regulations as well as with Program Policies  of Trinity Learning Center.