3 Year Old Lead Teacher

SummaryTrinity Learning Center is looking for a 3 Year Old Lead Teacher to join us for the 2026-2027 School Year. This position has the opportunity to work 2, 3, or 5 days a week from 8:30-2:30. This teacher will be responsible for up to 8 children. We follow all DHS policies and the Knox County School calendar.Our staff sign contracts for each school year and then there is flexibility to change positions after each school year.DutiesResponsibilitiesTrinity 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. We are licensed by DHS and all staff will be expected to meet the highest state standards. 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. We offer extended care from 8-9 a.m. and 2-3:15 p.m. so opportunities for extra hours may be available if interested.Lead Teachers are responsible for lesson plans, creating a rich learning environment, classroom management, student assessments, including parent communication and involvement, completing continuing education training hours.RequirementsExperience with childrenPatience, kindness, and a love for childrenA positive and team-oriented attitudeAbility to lift 40lbs. and move quickly when neededGood communication skillsEducation in Early Childhood Development or Related degree preferred, but childcare experience will also be consideredNice To HavesExperience in a DHS/Licensed preschool setting.BenefitsFamily-friendly work environmentVariety of work schedules with options to add hours through subbing or extended care shiftsSupportive, team-oriented, and caring co-workersGreat work/life balancePaid time offEmployee tuition discountsContinuing education supportTraining BonusAdditional supplements to income through TN WAGES program, when qualifiedAbout UsAt TLC, through play-based learning our teachers work to help children develop as a whole person; intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. We provide a loving, Christian environment where children can grow through praise and encouragement. We believe that each child has a natural curiosity and desire to learn. By making learning fun, we will develop a love for learning that children can take with them throughout their educational lives.