Williamson County Schools Child Care School Team Lead
About the Role
Take the next step into leadership with Williamson County Schools School Age Child Care (SACC). This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and is ready to build leadership skills while supporting the daily operations of a school-age child care program. As a Team Lead, you'll partner with the Site Leader to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for elementary students. When the Site Leader is away, you'll step in to keep the program running smoothly. This opportunity offers flexible morning hours and room to grow.
Responsibilities
- Help oversee daily program operations.
- Lead groups of elementary students in engaging activities.
- Support and coach Child Care Associates.
- Assist with opening procedures and daily routines.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and administrators.
- Help ensure a safe environment and maintain licensing standards.
- Step into the Site Leader role when needed.
- Be a positive role model for both children and staff.
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older.
- High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred).
- Previous child care or youth program experience.
- Leadership experience in child care, retail, camps, recreation, education, or customer service is a plus.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain after hire).
Skills
- Love working with children.
- Naturally take initiative.
- Enjoy helping others succeed.
- Communicate clearly and professionally.
- Stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Adapt quickly when plans change.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
- Want to continue growing as a leader.
Experience leading shifts, opening or closing a business, coaching a team, or supervising others is valuable—even if it wasn't in child care.
Benefits
- Child care discount.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Flexible schedule.
- Competitive pay of $17.35–$23.00 per hour (eligible for $2 morning pay incentive).
- Additional hours available during school breaks, full days of care, and summer programming.
- 12-month, year-round position.
- Paid training.
- Opportunities for advancement into Assistant Site Leader and Site Leader roles.
- Work with one of Tennessee's highest-performing school districts.
- A supportive leadership team committed to your growth.
Pay
$17.35–$23.00 per hour (eligible for $2 morning pay incentive).
Schedule
Flexible morning hours with additional hours available during school breaks, full days of care, and summer programming. This is a 12-month, year-round position.