Assistant Teachers 2026-27 - O’Quinn Schools

Porter-Gaud School • Mt Pleasant, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The O'Quinn Schools of Porter-Gaud inspire lives of purpose, learning, and service by cultivating each student's God-given potential. Porter-Gaud is an Episcopal, co-educational day school serving more than 1,000 students in grades 1-12. The O'Quinn Schools of Porter-Gaud serve an additional 600 preschool students from age two through kindergarten. The O'Quinn Schools are seeking highly motivated and nurturing Preschool Assistant Teachers for all grades 2K-5K. The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating an engaging and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes the social, emotional, and cognitive growth of young children. Ideal candidates will have a passion for early childhood education and will create a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of young learners. If you enjoy working with children and guiding them through the early stages of their educational journey in a stimulating and supportive teaching environment, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of one year of experience working with young children in an early childhood setting
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and supportive classroom environment that encourages children's social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom space
• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents/guardians regarding student progress and behavior
• Adhere to all DSS regulations and school policies and expectations
• Support the Lead Teacher in lesson planning, classroom activities, and daily implementation of the curriculum
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and supportive team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED