Preschool Teacher

Job overview

The Preschool Teacher role is onsite in Nashville, TN, with compensation of $18–$21 per hour. St. Mary Villa CDC is opening a new center in November 2026. The teacher supports preschool-aged children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth through instruction, play, and developmentally appropriate activities. The role also attends to children’s needs, communicates with families, monitors progress, and collaborates with other educators and administrators.

What you'll do

• Plan and lead learning and play activities
• teach foundational skills and personal hygiene
• attend to children’s basic needs
• observe and evaluate development and behavior
• communicate with parents and guardians
• prepare classrooms and materials
• adapt instruction to children’s needs
• maintain student records
• collaborate with staff
• and supervise assistants and volunteers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

preschool teacher

early childhood education

child development

classroom instruction

learning activities

family communication

student records

nashville tn

st. mary villa cdc

$18–$21/hr

health benefits

dental

vision

403(b) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 403(b) match, health, vision, dental, pension, sick pay, vacation pay, and holiday pay.

Why this role

The posting notes that the center is scheduled to open in November 2026.

About the employer

St. Mary Villa CDC is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.