Early Childhood Educator

Summary

Little Oaks Academy is searching for dedicated educators in our infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. Candidates must be willing to learn and follow all Tennessee Daycare Licensing Regulations and gain an understanding of basic child development, developmentally appropriate behavior management techniques, and teaching strategies for young children. If your heart and mind are both dedicated to the care of children and you are committed to applying yourself in this position, we want you!

Little Oaks teachers are hourly, year-round employees. We have both part-time and full-time positions available. Additional hours with overtime pay may be offered/required on occasion. In addition to classroom hours, attendance at evening training sessions and meetings is required from time to time.

Our center is open from 7:15-5:45, Monday through Friday, and employees may be asked/required to work any shift during those hours.

Duties

Educators are responsible for working collaboratively and cooperatively to ensure that all aspects of nurturing and caring for the children enrolled in the classroom are achieved, including:

• Creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy environment so children are enabled and encouraged to thrive;
• Implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on LOA’s guidelines and current best practices;
• Encouraging positive family relations by engaging with parents and other stakeholders;
• Promoting children’s intellectual, emotional, and physical well-being while supporting each child’s social development and individual needs;
• Cultivating a collaborative and spirited work environment that fosters teamwork and child-focused care; and
• Working with and under the supervision of the Executive Director to ensure compliance with LOA’s standards and governmental regulations.

Requirements

Our open position is a professional role and experience and qualifications commensurate with similar care providers is necessary. In particular, educator must at a minimum:

• Possess a high school degree or equivalent.
• Meet all licensure-related requirements to work in a Tennessee Department of Human Services regulated child care center, such as passing a criminal background check, becoming certified in CPR and first aid, undergoing health screenings, and passing drug tests.
• Adhere to policies and procedures and foster a positive work environment.
• Be able and willing to run, jump, squat, sing, dance, talk, laugh and be silly with a fun and energetic group of children!

Nice To Haves

If you meet these additional requirements, you would make a great fit for our team:

• You are willing to learn!
• You enjoy variety and can be flexible from day to day.
You are looking for a great entry position into an early childhood educator career.

Benefits

LOA offers competitive wages, paid holidays, and paid training opportunities. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) is provided to all employees.

Salary is dependent upon education and experience.



About Us

Little Oaks Academy (LOA) is a daycare facility licensed by the Tennessee Department of Human Services (“DHS”). The purpose of our early childhood education and development program is to promote the development of the total child – physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially, using age-appropriate activities under the guidance of professional, loving, and caring teachers. As a non-profit, LOA operates under a Board of Directors (the Board). The Board is charged with defining the mission, vision, and values of LOA’s early childhood education and development program.