Preschool 3s Classroom Assistant

Charleston Collegiate School • Johns Island, SC

26d • Onsite

About The Position

The 3-Year-Old Preschool Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting a dynamic and developmentally appropriate curriculum that aligns with the mission, values, and pillars of Charleston Collegiate School. This position requires a nurturing, creative, and organized individual who can foster a love for learning and a sense of community in young children. The assistant teacher will nurture a supportive, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to grow socially, emotionally, and academically. The Assistant Preschool Teacher supports the lead teacher in creating and implementing a dynamic and developmentally appropriate curriculum for 3-year-olds. This position requires a nurturing, enthusiastic, and team-oriented individual who can help foster a love for learning and community among young children. The assistant teacher works collaboratively to maintain a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Enthusiasm for working in a team-oriented, student-focused environment.
• Commitment to supporting outdoor and experiential learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in delivering a curriculum aligned with CCS’s Learning approach, incorporating play, exploration, and discovery.
• Support students' developmental needs in areas such as early literacy, numeracy, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.
• Reinforce CCS core values—empathy, integrity, community, optimism, and advocacy—through daily interactions and activities.
• Help establish and maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment.
• Support the lead teacher in modeling and encouraging positive interactions to build social-emotional skills like cooperation, empathy, and conflict resolution.
• Facilitate routines and transitions to ensure students feel secure and gain independence.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher and Specials team to integrate creative arts, movement, and music into learning experiences.
• Assist with classroom management, ensuring clear and consistent expectations for student behavior.
• Participate in planning and implementing classroom activities, special projects, and age-appropriate field trips.
• Maintain open communication with families by supporting the lead teacher in providing updates on milestones, challenges, and achievements.
• Help ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and stocked with necessary materials.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, school-wide meetings, and events.
• Stay informed about best practices in early childhood education and contribute to their integration in the classroom.

Benefits

• Charleston Collegiate School is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a competitive compensation plan, retirement benefits, and full medical/dental coverage.
• Individual salary is negotiable depending on years of experience and educational background.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees