Teacher

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Position Information

Position Title Teacher Division Research and Sponsored Programs Department COE Learning Sciences Number of hours per week 40 Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Other If other location, please indicate Gibson, Weakley and Henry Counties Position Number 106945 Advertised Salary $32,766- $39,312 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Job Description

Tennessee State University invites applications for the position of Teacher-Early Head Start Program in Henry, Gibson, Weakley Counties.

This professional will direct the activities of children and families in the Early Head Start program. Provide developmentally appropriate quality care for children ages 0-3 in a child care center. Develop individualized lesson plans for children in their caseload. Participate in meetings involving children and families to help assess, plan, and coordinate core service delivery.

Be a responsible, mature, caring individual with experience in early childhood development, parenting education and family case management services. Knowledge of state, regional and local family resources preferred. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures. Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with, parents, children, coworkers and the public.

Must be able to do the following:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the basic principles of appropriate early childhood development;
• Work as a team member, establish and maintain effective, working relationships with staff, children and families;
• Maintain respectful relationships and communication with staff, families, children and the community;
• Organize, manage, and control work flow;
• Work with individuals from various ethnic; cultural, socio-economic and educational backgrounds;
• Work collaboratively with Mentor Teachers, Center Managers, Coordinators and Directors;
• Complete and submit required paperwork and reports as scheduled;
• Participate in program group activities, such as parent meetings, advisory committee meetings, and family social events, as appropriate and assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Two (2) years successfully evaluated classroom teacher experience; infant toddler classroom preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a Child Development Credential (CDA) required. An Infant/Toddler CDA, degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field preferred.

Knowledge of psychological and biological needs of infants and toddlers. Ability to prepare and present educational materials. Professional knowledge of instructional methods, materials, and program development.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the Transcript section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date 05/08/2026 Close Date Job Category Clerical Requisition Number Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more. Visit https://www.tnstate.edu/hr/benefits.aspx for more information.

Quick Link https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/9156

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcript 1
• Other