Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (Ages 3-5)

Berkeley Charter Education Association • Goose Creek, SC

2d • 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 in alignment with South Carolina Early Learning Standards and applicable regulations.

The teacher creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom, supervises students, supports their daily living needs, assesses and documents their development, and communicates with families. The role also involves collaboration with instructional assistants and colleagues, compliance with health and safety requirements, and participation in professional development.

This is a full-time, exempt position at Mevers School of Excellence, reporting to the Principal. It operates in a classroom with young children and uses standard classroom and office equipment. The role requires maintaining a safe and sanitary environment; occasional local travel for school-related functions may be required. The position may involve higher noise levels due to active learning and play-based activities.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Valid South Carolina teaching certification in Early Childhood Education preferred, 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 students’ foundational early literacy, numeracy, motor, and social-emotional skills.
• Supervise students at all times to support 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 using 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 ensure effective classroom operations and student support.
• Maintain compliance 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, with a 100% employer match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation.
• Access to Ask Bennie, a benefits concierge service that assists with benefits questions, provider searches, and claims support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level