Legacy Academy is 3 NAEYC accredited childcare center in Greenville S.C. We are seeking teaching candidates for a K4 classroom that loves teaching children and enjoys making a difference in children’s lives. If you are a fun loving, energetic positive teacher, then we would like the opportunity to meet you! This is a full time teaching position that will be preparing 4 and 5 year old students for Kindergarten. At Legacy Academy our teachers make our program special. We believe that our teaching staff are the best in the Upstate! They are the reason that our schools are regarded as some of the top preschools in the area.

At Legacy Academy our mission is to serve our children, families, staff, and communities in a manner that positively impacts their lives. We believe in so doing, our programs will set the standard for early childhood care and education. We are committed to providing ongoing professional development for our staff, for they are a key ingredient in the quality program at Legacy Academy. Their positive nurturing sets the basis for the high standard of care we expect for our children. We are committed to providing our children and families a cutting edge, enriched learning environment that encourages physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. We are committed to providing the individualized attention that encourages each of our children to grow and develop to their fullest potential.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High school diploma (Associates degree, or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or in the process of obtaining.)
2. Demonstrates understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practice.
3. Displays positive interpersonal skills, as well as critical thinking, and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities
1. Develop and maintain a positive reputation and image with the community creating and promoting a positive professional relationship with the Director, Assistant Director, Owner, Staff, and families.
2. Plan activities to meet the needs of the individual children; activities which are designed to ensure success, based on a positive foundation for growth and development.
3. Plan, supervise, and implement programs for children in accordance with Legacy Academy's policies and procedures.
4. Provide a model classroom environment by incorporating best practices.
5. Participate in regularly scheduled and informal conferences with parents.
6. Participate in regular and ongoing child care training.
7. Any and all other duties as assigned by the Director or the Assistant Director.

We offer a full Benefit Package that includes: Affordable health insurance, dental and vision insurance, short term disability, and life insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, SC 29615 (Required)

Work Location: In person