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Lead Teacher-eKids Learning Center-7:30a-4p-Full-Time

Erlanger Health System

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Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Location

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Quick overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for providing care and education to children from birth to age 12 while implementing daily lesson plans. They work alongside the Assistant Teacher to foster a nurturing, safe, and stable environment that promotes intellectual and social growth.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a degree or certificate in Early Childhood Education or possess a high school diploma with five years of leadership experience in childcare. Additionally, one year of full-time experience with children in a group setting and a negative criminal background check are required.

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Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Teacher is responsible for the provision of care and education of a group of children from birth through age 12 under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader. S/he provides opportunities for development of self-esteem, social competence, and intellectual growth. The Lead Teacher works with the Assistant Teacher while implementing daily lesson plans and provides a nurturing, stable and safe environment for young children.

Education

Required: Graduate or certificate holder from an accredited higher education institution with concentration in Early Childhood Education (B.S., A.S., CDA, or TECTA) or a high school diploma/equivalent plus 5 years of leadership experience in a child care setting.

Preferred

Experience

Required: One (1) year full-time work experience with young children in a group setting.

Preferred

Position Requirement(s)

  • License/Certification/Registration
  • Required: Negative criminal background check consistent with state childcare licensure requirements

Preferred

Department

Position Summary

The Lead Teacher is responsible for the provision of care and education of a group of children from birth through age 12 under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader. S/he provides opportunities for development of self-esteem, social competence, and intellectual growth. The Lead Teacher works with the Assistant Teacher while implementing daily lesson plans and provides a nurturing, stable and safe environment for young children.

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Erlanger is a non-profit health system based in Chattanooga, Tenn. and affiliated with the University of Tennessee Health Science College of Medicine. The seven-hospital health system includes the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, Children’s Hospital, Level IV NICU, Kidney...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
HQChattanooga, TN
Founded1889

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Lead teacher role in Tennessee childcare

In Tennessee, lead teacher roles in early childhood settings are often competitive because centers look for candidates who can combine classroom experience with leadership and compliance readiness. This position stands out for requiring either an early childhood credential or a high school diploma with five years of childcare leadership, plus group-setting experience and a clear background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your education, leadership history, and background-check readiness before applying.

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