Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

New School Year. New Leadership. New Opportunities!

Creative Scholars Academy is excited to welcome the new school year under new management! We are building a team of passionate, dedicated educators who are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.

If you are an enthusiastic teacher who loves inspiring young learners and want to be part of a positive, growing school culture, we invite you to join our team!

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for creating a warm, engaging classroom where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. Teachers will implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences while supporting children's academic, social-emotional, language, and physical development.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate educational activities for children.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Use effective classroom management techniques to maintain a productive learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.
• Provide individualized support based on children's needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and leadership to implement curriculum goals and classroom activities.
• Maintain accurate classroom records and required documentation.
• Follow all health, safety, Head Start, and licensing requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, training opportunities, and school events.

Requirements

Private Preschool Lead Teacher

• Must have a CDA credential OR be actively working toward a CDA or higher level of education in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience working with young children in a childcare or preschool setting preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
• Familiarity with early intervention strategies and classroom assessment practices.
• Experience with developmental assessments and child progress documentation.

Nice To Haves

F Endorsement & Transportation Incentive

Creative Scholars Academy also welcomes team members who are interested in supporting our transportation program.

• Employees who obtain and maintain the required  F endorsement to operate the daycare bus may be eligible for  additional compensation .
• Employees assigned to transport children must meet all applicable Tennessee licensing, driver qualification, safety, and transportation requirements.
• Bus-driving responsibilities may be assigned in addition to regular classroom responsibilities based on program needs.
• Additional pay may be available for qualified employees who take on approved bus-driving responsibilities.

Benefits

• Paid Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development