Preschool Lead Teacher- All Ages

Foundation Operations - South Carolina LLC • Charleston, SC

43d • Onsite

About The Position

Our teachers can create their own classroom environments and are provided with the tools and support they need to be successful. The Preschool Teacher will facilitate meeting the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of a group of young children.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum age of 18
• TB test and physical before start date
• Successful completion of an FBI and SLED background check
• Annual completion of 15 hours of training, including:
• 5 hours in child growth and development
• 5 hours in curriculum activities for children
• Remaining hours in health, safety, or other child care-related topics
• Current Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• If transporting children, a valid Class C driver's license with a clean Department of Public Safety record, plus 2 hours of transportation training annually

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching or child care experience
• Completion of the South Carolina Early Childhood Credential (ECD 101)
• At least 6 months of experience in a regulated child care facility

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children.
• Relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience.
• Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining classroom safety and order.
• Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Attend to children's basic needs as age-appropriate, such as feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers.
• Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development.

Benefits

• 50% childcare discount (for staff working 30+ hrs/wk)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• Paid holidays + weather/hurricane pay (if state-mandated closure)
• Bonuses
• Employee Investment Program (staff appreciation, self-care bar, snacks, prizes)
• Professional development and advancement opportunities as we expand
• Large outdoor learning spaces + 10,000 sq ft facility with gym inspired by local children’s museum

What This Job Offers

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