University of Tennessee·Martin, Tennessee
Lead teachers provide general guidance and quality care for children in a classroom setting while fostering their cognitive, social, and physical development. They are responsible for creating a respectful and supportive learning environment tailored to each child's individual needs.
The Margaret N.
Perry Children s Center at the University of Tennessee at Martin is accepting applications for a Child Care Lead Teacher.
Lead teachers provide general guidance in the classroom while providing the best quality care for children in the absence of their parents or guardians.
Lead teachers strive to create meaningful experiences for children that extend their cognitive, social, physical, language and socioeconomic development.
Lead teachers provide a respectful learning environment, being sensitive to each child s individual needs.
In this supportive environment, children become secure and capable as they strive to master their world.
Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma and two years of experience working with children. Applicants must also be physically capable of lifting 40 pounds and passing a state background check.
Market context
In Tennessee, classroom teacher roles are often shaped by steady school staffing needs and the need to support student learning across grade levels. These positions can be competitive because districts look for candidates who meet state-aligned education or testing requirements and can bring classroom experience, basic technology skills, and student support experience. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm which qualification path you meet before applying.