Daycare Teacher

Bright Beginnings Academy; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Beginnings Academy in Bluffton, SC is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to develop a cohesive teaching team, coordinate curriculum and manage day-to-day classroom operations.

The role requires understanding child development, strong communication with children, parents and staff, and leadership to guide assistants and volunteers. A commitment to safety, record-keeping and ongoing professional growth is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 years of professional child care experience.
• 6 months experience working in a licensed child care center.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear a full background check and must pass health screening.
• Experience in curriculum development tailored to early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Child care experience

Communication skills

Team leadership

Child development knowledge

CPR/First Aid

Curriculum development

Basic computer skills

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Lead Teacher to join our educational team at Bright Beginnings Academy. The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. 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. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

What You’ll Do

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Skills

• Minimum of 1 years of professional child care experience.
• 6 months experience working in a licensed child card center.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear a full background check and must pass health screening.
• Experience in curriculum development tailored to early childhood education.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 10-15 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel frequently throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds (children, supplies, equipment).
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and mobility to ensure child safety and respond quickly in emergencies.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.