Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (Ages 3-5)

Berkeley Charter Education Association • Goose Creek, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Kindergarten Teacher provides developmentally appropriate, high-quality instruction to children ages 3–5. The role fosters early childhood development through play-based and structured learning experiences that support social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development, aligned with South Carolina Early Learning Standards and applicable regulations.

The teacher creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom, supports foundational learning and daily living routines, supervises students, maintains records, assesses development, and communicates with families. The teacher collaborates with instructional assistants, support staff, and colleagues, maintains regulatory and school-policy compliance, participates in professional development, and performs other duties as assigned.

The position is based in a classroom with young children and includes regular interaction and active engagement at children’s level. It uses standard classroom and office equipment, educational materials, and cleaning and sanitizing supplies. Noise may be higher than in a traditional classroom, and occasional local travel for school-related functions may be required. The position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

• Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to implement play-based and structured learning experiences.
• Strong classroom management and supervision skills appropriate for young children.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform the physical activities described, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and engaging with young children at their level.
• Frequently use hands to handle or feel objects, assist children, and support classroom activities.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, including children or classroom materials.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Valid South Carolina teaching certification in Early Childhood Education, if applicable based on program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with South Carolina Early Learning Standards.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that promotes learning through play and exploration.
• Support foundational skills in early literacy, numeracy, motor development, and social-emotional growth.
• Supervise students at all times to protect their health, safety, and well-being in accordance with South Carolina regulations and school policies.
• Assist students with daily living activities, including toileting, handwashing, feeding, and rest-time routines, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and current student records, including developmental progress and required documentation.
• Assess student development with appropriate early childhood assessment tools and provide feedback to families.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavior, and daily activities.
• Collaborate with instructional assistants, support staff, and colleagues to support classroom operations and students.
• Comply with applicable health, safety, licensing, and supervision requirements.
• Participate in professional development related to early childhood education.
• Uphold school policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan through Capital Group, with a 100% employer match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation.
• Access to Ask Bennie, a benefits concierge service for benefits questions, provider searches, and claims support. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms and may be modified in accordance with applicable policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed