Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Child Care Flex Teacher and Classroom Support Staff

Thrive Early Learning Center | Clarksville, Tennessee

Available Schedules:

Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Applicants may indicate interest in one or both shifts

Are you dependable, energetic, and comfortable helping wherever you are needed?

Thrive Early Learning Center is hiring Flex Teachers and Classroom Support Staff to help our classrooms run smoothly during important parts of the day. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with children, likes variety, and can move between classrooms while maintaining a positive and helpful attitude.

Flex and support staff are essential members of our team. They assist teachers, provide classroom coverage, help maintain required ratios, support transitions, and make sure children receive safe and attentive care throughout the day.

Shift Options

Morning Support: 6:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Morning team members help us open the center and prepare for a successful day. Responsibilities may include:

Welcoming children and families

Supervising early-arriving children

Combining and transitioning groups safely

Helping serve breakfast

Preparing classrooms and materials

Supporting teachers as additional classrooms open

Maintaining accurate attendance and supervision

Cleaning and resetting shared spaces

Applicants for this shift must be consistently available to arrive on time for a 6:00 a.m. start.

Midday Support: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Midday team members provide classroom assistance and coverage during some of our busiest hours. Responsibilities may include:

Supporting classroom routines and learning activities

Providing coverage for teacher breaks and lunches

Helping with meals, diapering, toileting, and transitions

Supervising indoor and outdoor play

Assisting children during rest time

Preparing and sanitizing classroom materials

Supporting multiple age groups based on daily needs

Helping classrooms remain organized, safe, and within ratio

What You Will Do

Provide attentive and active supervision

Build warm and respectful relationships with children

Follow classroom schedules, lesson plans, and teacher directions

Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, handwashing, rest time, and transitions

Engage children through play, conversation, reading, music, and activities

Move between classrooms and age groups as assigned

Maintain confidentiality and professional communication

Follow all licensing, health, safety, sanitation, and supervision requirements

Communicate concerns promptly to classroom and administrative leaders

Help create a welcoming environment for children, families, and coworkers

What We Are Looking For

Excellent dependability and punctuality

A positive, calm, and flexible attitude

Willingness to work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, Pre-K students, or school-age children

Ability to follow directions and adjust to changing classroom needs

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Patience and genuine care for children

Previous child care, preschool, school, camp, church nursery, or caregiving experience is preferred but not required

Minimum Requirements

At least 18 years old

High school diploma or equivalent

Able to pass all required background checks

Able to complete required child care and health training

Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Able to sit on the floor, bend, stand, walk, and participate in indoor and outdoor activities

Reliable transportation

Consistent Monday–Friday availability for the selected shift

Why Join Thrive?

Team members may receive:

Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications

Predictable weekday hours

No late-night or weekend shifts

Paid training and professional development

Opportunities to move into a permanent classroom or leadership role

Child care tuition benefits for eligible employees

Paid time off and additional benefits for qualifying positions

Supportive leadership and a team-centered environment

Our Core Values

Build Belonging

Lead with Love

Protect Childhood

Grow Together

Applicants should clearly indicate whether they are applying for the 6:00–9:00 a.m. shift, the 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. shift, or both. Please apply only if you can maintain dependable Monday–Friday attendance for your selected schedule.

Thrive Early Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background checks and employment requirements.