Lead Teacher

Wonderland Children's in Knoxville, TN has openings in our Infant/Toddler and PreK Educators at both locations (2525 Merchant Drive & 6808 South Northshore Drive. The hours of availability will be from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Come join our TEAM!

Employee Benefits Package to include:

• $250 - $500 Sign On Bonus !
• 1 week of Paid Vacation after 12 months
• Quarterly Performance Bonuses - Based on attendance!!!
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance
• 401 K Retirement Program

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for Pre K & Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher:

• Maintain ongoing, open communication with parents and caregivers
• Ensure that each family receives an opportunity to build strong relationships with teaching staff
• Provide a classroom environment that encourages parent participation
• Plan periodical parent conferences to discuss children's developmental progress, needs and interests
• Collaborate with children's families to ensure a smooth transition from home to Child Care setting
• Create weekly plans and implement an age-appropriate curriculum that nurtures and stimulates all domains of each child's development in their care
• Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children's learning and growth
• Perform ongoing developmental evaluations of children as required

Qualifications for the Teacher

• Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prepared to pass a criminal background check
• Able to maintain an overall positive and professional disposition
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Effectively plan, organize and implement educational activities
• Demonstrable record of making decisions on behalf of children with their well-being the top priority
• We are looking forward to receiving your application. Thank you.

Available shifts and compensation: Available shifts all days except Sundays and Saturdays. Compensation is $12.00 - $16.00/hour.

Learn more about us at wonderlandchildrensacademy.com.

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