Help shape a child's earliest years.
At Thrive Early Learning Center, we believe the first three years of life are filled with incredible growth and discovery. We're looking for caring, dependable Infant/Toddler Teachers who are passionate about nurturing young children while creating a safe, engaging, and loving classroom environment.
Whether you have years of experience or you're ready to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed.
What You'll Do
As an Infant/Toddler Teacher, you'll help children feel safe, loved, and encouraged as they reach important developmental milestones.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing nurturing, responsive care for infants and/or toddlers (6 weeks–3 years)
- Supporting children's cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical development through play-based learning
- Following individualized feeding, diapering, toileting, rest, and daily care routines
- Creating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences
- Building strong partnerships with families through daily communication
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe classroom
- Working collaboratively with your teaching team
- Following all Tennessee licensing, health, and safety requirements
Qualifications
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine love for working with young children
- Is dependable, patient, and positive
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Communicates professionally with families and coworkers
- Can actively lift, carry, and care for young children throughout the day
- Has a high school diploma or GED
- Can pass background check and drug screening
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a licensed child care or preschool setting
- CDA, TECTA, or Early Childhood coursework
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within probationary period)
- A passion for learning and growing as an educator
Why Thrive?
We believe great teachers deserve great leadership. At Thrive, you'll find a workplace where you're appreciated, supported, and encouraged to grow.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
- Paid holidays
- Paid Time Off for eligible employees
- Child care discount for eligible employees
- Supportive leadership that invests in your success
- Staff appreciation events and recognition throughout the year
- Family-oriented culture
- Consistent daytime schedule
- No nights, weekends, or major holidays
Our Mission
We're committed to creating a place where children thrive, families feel supported, and teachers build meaningful careers.
Our Core Values
- Build Belonging
- Lead with Love
- Protect Childhood
- Grow Together
If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for a team that values relationships, purpose, and professional growth—we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and help us give children the best possible start in life!
