Early Childhood - Lead Teacher (2nd Shift)

Dream Preparatory Academy, INC; Greenville (SC); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Dream Preparatory Academy, located in Greenville, SC, is seeking an Early Childhood Lead Teacher for the 2nd shift (2:30PM–11:30PM) to create a stimulating environment for 3–5 year olds. You will lead activities, support social-emotional growth, and collaborate with families and staff.

The role requires a strong background in early childhood education, classroom management, and effective communication. A passion for hands‑on learning and developmentally appropriate practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Pass background check and required clearances.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong classroom management and positive guidance techniques.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Proactive growth mindset and willingness to improve processes.
• Experience with young children in an educational setting.

Responsabilités

• Lead a warm, inclusive 2nd shift classroom for ages 3–5.
• Ensure safety and well‑being of children during the 2nd shift.
• Adapt curriculum to individual learning needs.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Collaborate with the Program Director on curriculum implementation.
• Maintain a clean, organized learning space and routines.
• Document observations and communicate with families at pick‑up.

Connaissances

Classroom management

Communication

Positive guidance

Patience

Collaboration

Formation

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

First Aid & CPR certification

Outils

First Aid Certification

Description du poste

About This Role

We're seeking an exceptional Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join our dynamic team at Dream Preparatory Academy! As a 2nd shift educator, you'll create a stimulating and safe learning environment for our young learners aged 3-5 years old. With your expertise and passion, you'll implement engaging activities, foster social-emotional growth, and communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.

About This Role

We're seeking an exceptional Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join our dynamic team at Dream Preparatory Academy! As a 2nd shift educator, you'll create a stimulating and safe learning environment for our young learners aged 3-5 years old. With your expertise and passion, you'll implement engaging activities, foster social-emotional growth, and communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.

What You'll Do

Classroom Leadership & Management (2nd Shift)

• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters curiosity, exploration, and independence.
• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom at all times during the 2nd shift.
• Adapt curriculum and activities to meet the individual needs and learning styles of each child.
• Plan, prepare, and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum that align with the academy's philosophy and early childhood best practices during the 2nd shift.
• Collaborate with the Early Childhood Program Director/Co-Director on curriculum development and implementation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating learning space.
• Manage classroom routines, transitions, and behavior effectively, using positive guidance techniques.

Child Development & Learning (2nd Shift)

• Foster language development and literacy skills through storytelling, read-alouds, and engaging conversations.
• Support children's social-emotional development, helping them build positive relationships, self-regulation skills, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Promote physical development through active play and movement activities.
• Introduce basic concepts in mathematics, science, and art through hands-on activities and play.
• Encourage creativity and self-expression through various art mediums, music, and dramatic play.
• Observe and document children's progress and development, identifying individual strengths and areas for growth.

Communication & Collaboration (2nd Shift)

• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents/guardians regarding their child's day, progress, and any relevant information during pick-up times or through other communication methods.
• Maintain open and positive communication with the Early Childhood Program Director/Co- Director.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities as required.
• Collaborate with other 2nd shift staff, including assistant teachers and support personnel, to ensure a cohesive and supportive environment.

Other Responsibilities

• Follow all academy policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines.
• Assist with snack preparation and clean-up.
• Report any concerns regarding a child's well-being to the appropriate personnel.
• Supervise children during outdoor play and transitions.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Co-Director.
• Participate in academy events as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check and other required clearances.
• Ability to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Proactive self-starter who demonstrates a continuous growth mindset and a commitment to process improvement.
• Proven experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong classroom management skills and experience with positive guidance techniques.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Academy.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Full-Time or Part-time work coverage, based on the academy's 2nd shift schedule requirement that starts from 2:30PM to 11:30PM.

Nice To Haves

• We're particularly interested in candidates with foundational knowledge of Montessori or STEAM educational frameworks, with a proven ability to adapt and excel in specialized learning environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

About Us

Dream Preparatory Academy, located in Greenville, SC, is a unique educational organization that offers a new teaching style to break traditional barriers of learning repetitive lessons in a prepared routine environment. Our goal is to create a more interactive, hands‑on learning environment that is technology-focused and can integrate classroom-to-home management.