Preschool Teacher (Ages 3–5)
The Stanley School
1800 McCallie Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Do you love watching young learners grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity? Are you passionate about helping children develop school readiness skills while still embracing creativity and play? If so, we would love to welcome you to our team.
At The Stanley School, we are more than just a workplace—we are a family. We take pride in having a supportive, hands-on administration team that truly values our staff. We believe in showing up for one another, offering help when it’s needed, and creating an environment where everyone feels respected, appreciated, and supported.
We are currently seeking a hard-working, engaging, and nurturing Preschool Teacher for children ages 3–5 who is passionate about early childhood education and preparing students for kindergarten and beyond.
Responsibilities:
- Create a structured, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities
- Support early literacy, math, and social-emotional development
- Encourage independence, problem-solving, and positive peer interactions
- Maintain consistent classroom routines and expectations
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families
- Communicate regularly with parents and collaborate as partners in their child’s growth and development
Qualifications:
- Passion for working with preschool-aged children
- Dependable, positive, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- Creative, organized, and able to balance structure with play
Compensation & Benefits:
- Full-time position
- Competitive pay: $12–$18/hour
- Free health benefits
- Paid time off and paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Continuing education and training days
- A supportive, family-oriented work environment
If you are looking to be part of a team that values connection, collaboration, and preparing children for lifelong success, we encourage you to apply.
The Stanley School was designed around one key idea—to make every day a better day for children in our care.
The Thomas family has always been fond of the charm of Chattanooga and all that it has to offer, including world-class education—both of their children attended one of the south’s leading educational institutions in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
After seeing a critical need in the southeast for high-quality child care and preschool programs, the Thomas family met with national leaders in early childhood education to design a program to best support families.
Alongside their network of advisors, who bring more than 100 years of combined experience in the early learning space, the Thomas family created The Stanley School.
They named the school after their beloved Labrador Retriever Stanley that served as a longtime, loyal companion to their family. Stanley demonstrated the foundational values of safety, loyalty, comfort, and guidance while bringing the Thomas family a sense of joy and wonder.
The Stanley School leadership and staff work tirelessly to empower the children in our care by providing an unmatched level of support, empathy, and confidence. This intentional focus on empowerment gives children the courage and capabilities they need to shine.