Experienced Early Childhood Educators & Support Staff
Join The Red Barn for the New School Year
The Red Barn Child Care Center & Preschool is growing our team for the upcoming school year!
For more than 20 years, The Red Barn has been a trusted part of the Clarksville community. We are a family-owned early childhood program where children are known, families feel welcome, and educators are valued for the important work they do every day.
We are looking for experienced, dependable, and passionate early childhood professionals who want more than just a job. We want educators who take pride in creating safe, engaging classrooms and who are ready to become part of a supportive, established school community.
Positions May Include
- Lead Preschool and Pre-K Teachers
- Toddler Teachers
- Infant Teachers
- Assistant Teachers
- Classroom Floaters
- Flex and Support Staff
- Opening and Closing Staff
- Full-Time and Part-Time Positions
Schedules may vary based on the position and classroom needs. Candidates with reliable availability during opening, closing, and school-day hours are encouraged to apply.
What Makes a Great Red Barn Educator?
Our strongest educators are warm, dependable, professional, and actively engaged with children. They understand that high-quality child care requires teamwork, consistency, patience, and a genuine love for helping children grow.
You may be a great fit if you:
- Have previous experience working in a licensed child care center, preschool, school, or early childhood program
- Enjoy building meaningful relationships with children and families
- Can confidently manage classroom routines and transitions
- Create learning experiences that are playful, intentional, and developmentally appropriate
- Communicate professionally and work well as part of a team
- Arrive on time, maintain dependable attendance, and follow through on responsibilities
- Remain calm, positive, and solution-focused during challenging moments
- Are willing to learn, accept feedback, and continue growing professionally
- Believe children deserve to be treated with kindness, respect, and patience
Key Responsibilities
Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:
- Providing attentive supervision and maintaining a safe classroom environment
- Planning and leading age-appropriate learning activities
- Supporting children’s social, emotional, physical, and academic development
- Following classroom schedules, lesson plans, and center procedures
- Creating welcoming, organized, and engaging learning spaces
- Communicating positively with families and team members
- Assisting with meals, diapering, toileting, rest time, and daily care routines
- Maintaining accurate classroom documentation
- Supporting other classrooms when staffing or enrollment needs change
- Following Tennessee child care licensing requirements and Red Barn policies
- Modeling our expectations of being Safe, Kind, Respectful, and Responsible
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous early childhood education or child care experience
- Experience as a lead teacher, assistant teacher, floater, or support educator
- CDA, TECTA training, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or related coursework is preferred for lead positions
- Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices
- Current CPR and First Aid certification is a plus
- Ability to pass all required background checks
- Ability to meet the physical demands of working with young children
- Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Exceptional candidates without formal credentials may still be considered for assistant, flex, or support positions when they demonstrate strong experience, professionalism, and a willingness to complete required training.
Why Join The Red Barn?
- Established, family-owned program serving Clarksville for more than 20 years
- Supportive leadership and clear classroom expectations
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Consistent Monday–Friday schedules
- No late-night or weekend shifts
- Paid training and professional development opportunities
- Employee child care benefits for eligible team members
- Paid time off and holiday benefits for qualifying employees
- Free meals during scheduled shifts
- A team-centered environment where dependable educators are noticed and appreciated
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
We Are Looking for Educators Who Want to Stay and Grow
We understand that experienced educators have choices. At The Red Barn, we are looking for professionals who want stability, meaningful work, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to become a valued part of a school community.
Whether you are an experienced lead teacher ready for a new classroom or a dependable support educator who enjoys helping wherever needed, we would love to learn more about you.
Apply today to be considered for our new school year teaching and support team.
Please include your current availability, preferred age group, desired number of hours, relevant child care experience, and any early childhood credentials or training with your application.
The Red Barn Child Care Center & Preschool is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon completion of all required background checks and eligibility requirements.
