The Pillars Johns Island: Preschool Teacher- All Ages

Foundation Operations - South Carolina LLC•Charleston, SC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

"The Pillars Johns Island" is hiring! About The Pillars The Pillars Christian Learning Centers are award-winning, faith-based preschools dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and outcomes in early childhood education. We are proud to be recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing U.S. businesses for 2023, 2024, and 2025. The Pillars blends faith-based values with evidence-based curriculum, nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and spiritually. Families trust The Pillars to provide a safe, loving, and enriching environment where children thrive. The Pillars Mission is to deliver a high-quality early childhood education program, helping students successfully reach important developmental, emotional, and academic milestones — all while instilling strong character and a lasting foundation of Christian faith. The Pillars values are: Quality, Integrity, Service, and Community The Pillars is proud to be part of Lantern Learning Group, a purpose-led network of preschools united by shared values and a commitment to exceptional early childhood education. Being part of this larger family provides our team with added resources, professional growth opportunities, and long-term stability—while allowing each school to maintain the unique culture and identity that makes it special in its community. Why Work Here At The Pillars, we believe our team members are the true foundation of our success. You’ll join a team that feels more like family, with strong community support and the resources of a larger network behind you. We are proud to be recognized not only for our exceptional programs but also as a “Best Place for Working Parents.” Working here means growing your career, impacting children’s lives, and being celebrated for your contributions. At The Pillars, we are committed to supporting your career, family, and future. Our team members enjoy comprehensive benefits like health insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition discounts, and wellness programs. A full list of benefits can be found in the “Benefits” section.

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

Lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
Relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience.
Enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining classroom safety and order.
Conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Assimilate arriving children into the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them.
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.