The Wren's Nest Preschool Teacher Harrodsburg, KY · Full time Company website

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The Wren’s Nest provides high-quality childcare in a warm, supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. We focus on building strong relationships with families, supporting our teachers, and creating a positive, well-run center that truly feels like a home away from home. What sets us apart is our hands-on leadership, team-focused culture, and commitment to doing what’s best for both children and staff every day.

Preschool Teacher Job Description

Reports to Center Director

Position Summary:

The Preschool Teacher is responsible for fostering a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 3–5. This role emphasizes early childhood education, social-emotional growth, and school readiness through structured activities, play-based learning, and individualized support. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, creative, and passionate about helping young children learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and positive behavior.
• Observe, assess, and document each child’s progress, sharing regular updates with families.
• Incorporate literacy, math, science, art, and social skills into daily routines and structured activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom, following all licensing, health, and safety regulations.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues to support a positive learning community.
• Support children’s transitions into preschool and kindergarten through age-appropriate guidance and readiness activities.
• Participate in staff meetings, ongoing professional development, and center events as needed.

  

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma required; Early Childhood Education degree, CDA, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children in a childcare or early education setting.
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate educational practices preferred.
• Experience with the childcare management software, Brightwheel, preferred.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position in a classroom setting, actively engaging with children throughout the day.
• Requires lifting, bending, sitting on the floor, and assisting children with activities and transitions.
• Compliance with state licensing requirements and all health and safety guidelines.