About This Role We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Pre-K Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Athens, TN. In this role, you will create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that fosters the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young learners. You will play a pivotal role in preparing children for kindergarten by implementing an engaging curriculum that sparks curiosity and a lifelong love for learning. Monday through Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm What You'll Do Plan and execute developmentally appropriate, play-based lesson plans aligned with Tennessee early learning standards. Provide a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that accommodates diverse learning styles. Assess and monitor each child's progress, maintaining detailed portfolios to track developmental milestones. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child's growth, daily activities, and behavioral development. Foster a positive classroom culture through effective, gentle guidance and age-appropriate behavior management techniques. Requirements Proven experience working with children aged 3 to 5 years old in a structured educational setting. Ability to pass all background checks, fingerprinting, and medical clearances required by state licensing. Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with families and staff. And a High School Diploma Nice To Haves Valid certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid. Experience working with English Language Learners (ELL) or children with special needs. Familiarity with local Athens community resources and early childhood support networks. Previous experience utilizing digital classroom management and parent communication apps. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Leave Child Care Discount Holiday Pay