3K Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Accrued paid time-off

Attendance bonus

Dental & vision insurance

Employee child-care discount

Free professional development

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking an experienced 3K Teacher for the Clemson Child Development Center, a non-profit childcare facility in Clemson, South Carolina. The ideal candidate will provide a nurturing environment for children ages 3-4 and support their development in various key areas. Responsibilities include maintaining student records, ensuring classroom cleanliness, and collaborating with colleagues. Candidates with a high school diploma, childcare experience, and a passion for working with young children are encouraged to apply. Benefits include paid holidays, PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a licensed child-care facility.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work in an active and highly mobile position.
• Must clear a full background check per SC DSS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow all CCDC employee and parent policies.
• Substitute in classrooms and provide breaks for teachers as assigned.
• Maintain student attendance and meal records.
• Utilize iCare to communicate daily activities to parents.
• Supervise outdoor learning spaces and assist children with social interactions.

Job description

Overview

Clemson Child Development Center, a non‑profit childcare facility with an A+ ABC Quality Rating, is seeking an experienced 3K Teacher to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 3‑4. The teacher will support the development of young children’s social, emotional, physical, creative, and cognitive skills while working closely with a team of educators. The role is highly active, mobile, and requires professionalism, teamwork, and a solutions‑oriented perspective.

Responsibilities

• Follow all CCDC employee and parent policies, seeking clarification or support from the Director when needed.
• Substitute in classrooms and provide breaks for teachers as assigned by the Program Director/Executive Director.
• Complete and maintain student attendance, meal records, ABC ratios, and DSS tracking sheets.
• Utilize iCare via iPad to communicate daily activities, photos, and progress updates to parents.
• Use CCDC Outlook email and Slack to communicate with administrators and team members.
• Remain actively mobile and engaged in all locations and settings.
• Follow classroom schedules, expectations, and lesson plans, implementing age‑appropriate curriculum such as The Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, SCPITC, and Handwriting Without Tears.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote a healthy system and support the CCDC School Family.
• Participate in meal service, guide student behavior in the cafeteria or classroom, and supervise cleanup.
• Supervise outdoor learning spaces, monitor safety, and assist children with social interactions using Conscious Discipline principles.
• Assist fellow staff with laundry processing as needed.
• Ensure classroom supplies are adequate for daily operations.
• Maintain cleanliness of the classroom, screened‑in porch, and outdoor learning spaces, encouraging children to care for equipment and materials.
• Follow opening and closing procedures as required.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, required training, and teacher workdays.
• Attend all mandatory trainings for Conscious Discipline, Creative Curriculum, SCPITC, and Handwriting Without Tears as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a licensed child‑care facility.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work in an active and highly mobile position.
• Must be able to take instructions from supervisor, program director, and/or executive director.
• Must clear a full background check per SC DSS requirements.
• Must pass health screening per SC DSS requirements.
• Must be able to sit on the floor with children and get up quickly.
• Must be able to lift babies in and out of cribs.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood development or education.
• 2–3 years of experience in a licensed child‑care facility.
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience with The Creative Curriculum for Infants & Toddlers/Preschool, SCPITC, Conscious Discipline, and Handwriting Without Tears.
• Experience working in a play‑based environment.

Benefits

• Paid holidays (13 annually).
• Accrued paid time‑off.
• Attendance bonus structure.
• $25K group life insurance.
• Dental & vision insurance.
• Volunteer life insurance.
• Employee child‑care discount.
• Free professional development.
• Kick‑start your career.

CCDC is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.