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Early Childhood

2 months ago


Knoxville, United States Little Oaks Academy Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description
Summary

Little Oaks Academy is in search of experienced and dedicated educators in our infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. Candidates will be familiar with Tennessee Daycare Licensing Regulations and STARS ratings, knowledgeable of child development, and experienced in developmentally appropriate behavior management techniques and teaching strategies young children. If your heart and mind are both dedicated to the care of children and you are committed to applying yourself in this position-we want YOU

Little Oaks teachers are hourly, year round employees. We have both part-time and full-time positions available. Additional hours with overtime pay may be offered/required on occasion. In addition to classroom hours, attendance at evening training sessions and meetings is required from time-to-time.

Our center is open from 7:15-5:45, Monday through Friday, and employees may be asked/required to work any shift during those hours.

Duties

Educators are responsible for working collaboratively and cooperatively to ensure that all aspects of nurturing and caring for the children enrolled in the classroom are achieved, including:
  • Creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy environment so children are enabled and encouraged to thrive;
  • Implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on LOA’s guidelines and current best practices;
  • Encouraging positive family relations by engaging with parents and other stakeholders;
  • Promoting children’s intellectual, emotional, and physical well-being while supporting each child’s social development and individual needs;
  • Cultivating a collaborative and spirited work environment that fosters teamwork and child-focused care; and
  • Working with and under the supervision of the Executive Director to ensure compliance with LOA’s standards and governmental regulations.


Requirements

Our open position is a professional role and experience and qualifications commensurate with similar care providers is necessary. In particular, educator must at a minimum:
  • Possess a high school degree or equivalent
  • Meet all licensure-related requirements to work in a Tennessee Department of Human Services regulated child care center, such as passing a criminal background check, becoming certified in CPR and first aid, undergoing health screenings, and passing drug tests;
  • Adhere to policies and procedures and foster a positive work environment;
  • Be able and willing to run, jump, squat, sing, dance, talk, laugh and be silly with a fun and energetic group of youngsters


Nice To Haves

If you meet these additional requirements, you would make a great fit for our team:
  • TECTA, CDA, AA or BA in Early Childhood Education
  • One to two years of experience in a licensed daycare or advanced training in early childhood development
  • CPR/First Aid Certification


Benefits

LOA offers competitive wages, paid holidays, and paid training opportunities. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) is provided to all employees.

About Us

Little Oaks Academy (LOA) is a daycare facility licensed by the Tennessee Department of Human Services (“DHS”). The purpose of our early childhood education and development program is to promote the development of the total child – physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially, using age-appropriate activities under the guidance of professional, loving, and caring teachers. As a non-profit, LOA operates under a Board of Directors (the Board). The Board is charged with defining the mission, vision, and values of LOA’s early childhood education and development program.