Childcare Lead Teacher

Childcare Lead Teacher Love making a difference? You'll fit right in. There’s something truly special about knowing you’re shaping a child’s future. When you join The Sunshine House family, you’re not just taking a job—you’re making an impact. Now is a great time to join our team. For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been nurturing young minds and helping children thrive. Our teachers are the foundation of who we are, and the heart of our success. And we’d love for you to be a part of our next 50 years! Compensation & Pay Range: $13 and up. Candidates with advanced education and experience in early childhood education may qualify for higher pay within the range. Regular increases are considered with additional education, stellar performance, and years of service. Now Hiring at: 115 Centre Street Pleasant View, TN 37146 Teacher Responsibilities Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. Create an engaging classroom where children can learn, play and grow. Support children’s social and emotional development. Foster a love of learning through Creative Curriculum and our Brain Connect programs. Build strong partnerships with families through daily app updates and personal discussions. Qualifications Passion for working with young children. At least 18 years old. High school diploma or equivalent required. CDA/TECTA preferred. Previous experience working in licensed childcare. Ability to pass background checks & health assessments. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. for child safety and emergencies. Why You’ll Love Working at The Sunshine House Our team is our family. You invest in our children, and we invest in you! Competitive Pay The pay range is just the starting point. Our hiring managers carefully consider your experience, credentials, & education and complete annual salary evaluations. Discounted childcare Same day pay available Unlimited growth opportunities Referral bonus Fantastic Benefits Package You have lots of choices for health, dental, vision, and other benefits such as AFLAC. Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield plans Company-paid life insurance 401K retirement plan Employee wellness program Paid Birthday holiday Work-Life Balance Your paid time off starts accruing from day one. And the longer you stay with the company, the more time off you earn – including 7 paid holidays. Monday-Friday schedule Employee discounts on major brands like Verizon Education Supports All required professional development is paid. Interested in continuing your education? We pay for the CDA program and support TEACH. Paid trainings & professional development Up to 95% FREE tuition for CDA, associate's, bachelor's or master's programs with the TEACH program (limited to select educational institutions in Georgia). Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%. 80% or more tuition assistance plus bonus incentives offered in ECE related certificate programs or degrees funded by DECAL Scholars About The Sunshine House For 50 years, The Sunshine House has provided high-quality early education and childcare for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We operate more than 100 schools across 7 states, helping children build a solid educational and social foundation while having fun. Learn more at Equal Opportunity Employer The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Sunshine House prides itself on closely following state and federal laws designed to keep you protected. Information on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school. #J-18808-Ljbffr Internetwork Expert