Preschool Lead Teacher

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.

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.

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.

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.

• Paid Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development