ETSU Early Childhood Program

Wesley Memorial Preschool is hiring Two-Three year old Teacher, send resumes to [email protected].



Preschool Teacher

Job Description



The Teacher of the Wesley Outreach Ministries Preschool at Wesley Memorial UMC plans and initiates the day-to-day activities of the children entrusted in his/her care, promoting State Licensure Guidelines, as well as the mission statement, goals, and curriculum of the Program as set forth by its governing Board (see Personnel Policy insert for a copy of curriculum guidelines). While creating a loving and nurturing Christian environment for all of the children, the Teacher monitors the facility for safety, health, and cleanliness issues, taking action to remedy immediate problems and reporting needs or concerns to the Program Director. The Teacher keeps daily attendance, lesson plans, and injury records for children in his/her care and maintains regular communication with children’s guardians via a weekly note (a copy of which is submitted to the Director for approval and kept on file) and/or monthly calendar of upcoming events. All records and communications are submitted to the Program Director in a timely manner. The Teacher is responsible not only for supervision and personal care but also for frequent interaction with the children entrusted in his/her care in all program settings (classroom, playground, gym, etc.). In case of absence, the Teacher is responsible for Substitute plans. In carrying out these responsibilities, the Teacher will act cooperatively and professionally in Christian fellowship with other employees building a spirit of teamwork.



Requirements for Employment

Must be at least 19 years of age
Manifest a concern and love of children
Have a college degree in early childhood, education, or related field OR certified/credentialed training (CDA) OR enrollment within first year of employment and completion within 3 years of employment into an accredited program to obtain certification as listed previously
Submit the following documentation for employee records:
q 3 references verified with follow-up interviews by phone (at least 2 professional, 1 personal)

q Certificate of Good Health signed by a local physician

q Certificates of Training and/or college transcript

q Driver’s license and Social Security Card

q Fingerprinting, Background Check, and Disclosure Form

q Certificates of completion of all required training within specified time period

q Attend staff orientation and complete checklist as listed in STAFF section of DHS Licensure Rules and UMAP standards

q Signed contract for the current school year



Preferences for Employment

Be of the Christian faith and an active member of a local church
Have at least 2 years accumulated experience working with children


Maintenance of Employment

Within first 30 days of employment, complete requirements as listed in STAFF section of DHS Licensure Rules and UMAP standards
Certificates of ongoing professional development as stated in Employee Benefits/Staff In-service Training

Ashley Academy's Early Childhood Learning Center is growing, and they are looking for a passionate, dedicated, Full-Time, Lead Preschool teacher to join their team.

Job description:
Ashley Academy | Johnson City, TN
Founded in 1979, Ashley Academy is an independent, co-educational private school serving students from preschool through eighth grade. For over 40 years, we have provided a challenging academic program in a warm, supportive environment that nurtures character, responsibility, and self-confidence.
We are excited to announce the continued growth of our Early Childhood Learning Center and are now seeking passionate, dedicated educators to join our outstanding team.
Positions Available
Full-Time Lead Teacher
Why Join Ashley Academy?
At Ashley Academy, the growth and development of our youngest learners is at the heart of everything we do. We value educators who are enthusiastic about teaching, creative in developing hands-on learning experiences, and collaborative in working with colleagues and families.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must:
Hold at least an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education
Have a minimum of one year of experience as a Lead Teacher working with children ages 2 and up.
Be 21 years of age or older
How to Apply
Please email your cover letter and current résumé to
[email protected]
Include “Teacher Applicant” in the subject line.
We will begin interviewing soon, so we encourage interested candidates to apply promptly.
Join a school community where educators are supported, children thrive, and your work truly makes a difference.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Experience:
Classroom: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Johnson City, TN 37601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

Don’t miss out! Registration for the ETSU Early Childhood Conference is now OPEN 🎉

We’re excited to bring you an inspiring keynote speaker and a lineup of engaging, high-quality sessions designed to support and empower early childhood professionals. Whether you’re looking to learn new strategies, connect with others in the field, or recharge your passion, this conference has something for you!

Be sure to check out the flyer for all the details and secure your spot today—we can’t wait to see you there!

# ETSUECConference

Join us the evening before the conference for the Early Childhood Research and Advocacy Symposium!

This free event is a great chance to hear about current research, explore the importance of advocacy in early childhood, and learn about impactful community partnerships.

Connect, learn, and get inspired—we hope to see you there!

📣 Calling all students!

We are excited to offer a special discounted student registration rate for the ETSU Early Childhood Conference! This is a great opportunity to connect with early childhood professionals, learn from engaging sessions, and grow as a future educator.

Please share this flyer with classmates, student organizations, and anyone studying early childhood or education-related fields. We would love to see more students join us at the conference! 🎓✨

This session will be featured in the Early Literacy Track & will be led by Lori Hamilton and Renee Boyer. Dr. Lori Hamilton brings 12 years of public school experience in early childhood classrooms and 17 years of experience in higher education to her role as Department Chair of Early Childhood Education and Assistant Professor at Indiana Wesleyan University. Her experience in both PK–12 and higher education settings informs her passion for preparing intentional, reflective, and highly effective educators for today’s classrooms.
At IWU, Dr. Hamilton provides leadership for associate, bachelor’s, graduate, and certificate programs in early childhood education, including NAEYC-accredited licensure and non-licensure bachelor’s programs. She is also a faculty champion for AI within the School of Learning and Development, where she supports faculty AI literacy, AI-enhanced learning activities, and the ethical integration of AI in educator preparation.
Dr. Hamilton is passionate about helping preservice teachers bridge research and practice through developmentally appropriate, evidence-based instruction. She has presented regionally and statewide on topics including literacy instruction and Response to Intervention (RTI). She is deeply committed to fostering a culture of hospitality, encouragement, and mentorship within higher education, striving to ensure her students feel supported, valued, and equipped both personally and professionally throughout their educational journey.
Her professional interests include the Science of Reading, structured literacy, early literacy instruction, teacher preparation, instructional design, developmentally appropriate practice, ethical AI integration in education, and cultivating relationally supportive and student-centered online learning environments. Ms. Renee Boyer teaches and serves as Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education at Indiana Wesleyan University. Prior to joining the university in 2012, Professor Boyer dedicated more than 24 years to advocating for, teaching, and serving children and families in the field of early childhood and public education. Renee Boyer is also the published author of the Boyer’s Barn House children’s series.
Register & learn more about the conference here: https://www.etsu.edu/coe/eced/conference/

Now hiring

Hi PreK–3 teacher friends! 😊
We’re looking for teachers to participate in a short research study about early childhood classrooms. If you’re interested, please check out the flyer and link below—and feel free to share with other teacher friends too!
Thank you so much for your support! 🍎
https://etsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6tEndzn9atX3LIW