Lead Teacher (Farragut)

Otter Learning Career

  • Knoxville, Tennessee
  • 5 days ago
  • $14–$16 Per Hour

Highlights

Participate in ongoing professional development, workshops, and staff meetings to stay current with early childhood education trends. Build strong partnerships with families through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and progress reports.

Numbers & Facts

LocationKnoxville, Tennessee
Salary$14–$16 Per Hour

Description

Position Titles

  • Lead Teacher – Pre-K - Flexible (Full-time)

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities aligned with early childhood learning standards

  • Create a welcoming classroom environment where children feel secure, respected, and encouraged to explore

  • Promote children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through structured and unstructured activities

  • Maintain discipline and daily routines that encourage positive behavior and cooperation

  • Observe, assess, and document children’s growth, behaviors, and learning progress using appropriate tools and methods

  • Build strong partnerships with families through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and progress reports

  • Follow all health, hygiene, and safety protocols while maintaining a clean and organized classroom

  • Collaborate with fellow teachers, aides, and administrators to support school goals and share best practices

  • Adapt activities to accommodate children with diverse learning needs and developmental levels

  • Participate in ongoing professional development, workshops, and staff meetings to stay current with early childhood education trends

General Qualifications (Applicable to All Lead Teacher Roles)

  • Minimum age: 18 years or older

  • Pay Range: $14–$16 per hour (based on education and experience)
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED;Certificate in ECE

  • Experience: Previous 1 year experience in an early childhood educational setting is required

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

  • Commitment to maintaining health, safety, and regulatory standards

  • Demonstrated passion for working with children and supporting their development

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