Summary
We are looking for a dedicated fun loving child care professional with at least 6 months experience in a licensed South Carolina child care facility to serve as our full-time preschool teacher. This is a music based curriculum so the ability to read and teach music is highly preferred but not required. The Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Lead Teacher and the Director.
Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Take on the responsibilities of the Lead Teacher in his/her absence

Requirements

• At least 6 months experience in a licensed child care facility or a degree in Education
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• A background in music
• The ability to read and teach music
• A background in Special Education
• Child Development Associate Certification
• CPR Certification

Benefits

• Time-off (vacation, personal, sick, and mental health days) after Introductory Period ends