50 Best Child Care Jobs in Memphis, Tennessee (September 2026)

Childcare Assistant Teacher

2 days ago

Memphis

Job DescriptionLindenwood Christian Church is seeking individuals passionate about working with children. Job Summary: • Assist the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, loving learning environment where children grow and feel accepted., • They are responsible for implementing program, goals, and classroom objectives and performing related work as required for children six (6) weeks to five (5) years old. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Duties/Responsibilities: • Assist Lead Teacher as directed, including working with children to develop language, motor, social and cognitive skills., • Supervise class in Lead Teacher's absence., • Attend and participate in periodic staff meetings., • Administer medication to children as per parents' instructions., • Maintain good communication with parents by properly greeting them and their children in the morning and afternoon; keep parents informed of the day's activities and accomplishments by completing daily activity reports., • Feed and change babies/toddlers and perform cleaning duties as assigned by the Teacher., • Handle accidents responsibly., • Meet children's physical and emotional needs and set a good example for children to follow., • Perform any other duties as instructed by the Director or Director of Life Center Ministries., • Willing to be trained and obtain the required annual training., • Must be available to work a full-time shift between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday-Friday, working a 9-hour shift with an hour unpaid lunch break. Required Skills/Abilities: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Excellent interpersonal skills., • Compassion and empathy., • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail., • Excellent time management skills., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Creative thinking., • Ability to prioritize tasks., • Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment. Education and Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent required., • At least one year of experience with children is required., • Current CDA/AA in Early Childhood Development preferred. Physical Requirements: • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. Full-time benefits: • Major medical insurance., • Dental insurance., • Vision insurance., • Minimum of three weeks paid time off (vacation plus sick days) in addition to paid national holidays and paid days for unplanned school closures due to weather or utilities., • 403B pension (no employer contribution)., • A life insurance policy is provided free of charge to all full-time employees., • Paid training time., • Paid CDA fees for qualified candidates, as well as a pay raise one month after completion of the online or in-person CDA program. Other Benefits: • Quarterly Employee Engagement celebrations., • Annual retention bonus after one year of employment., • Annual Teacher Appreciation Week., • Eligible for monthly teacher recognition award (gift card). Lindenwood Christian Church:Lindenwood Christian Church is part of the Disciples of Christ (Christian Church), has a long history in Memphis, and is strategically located in Midtown, Memphis, TN. A vibrant and diverse congregation that worships in multiple styles each Sunday and provides Christian education, outreach, and mission opportunities throughout the week. The church operates a top-rate childcare program and programs that benefit the community.

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