Infant Lead Teacher

Foundation Operations - South Carolina LLC; South Carolina; Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical premium coverage

FSA/HSA options

Dental & Vision

Disability & Critical Illness

EAP

Pet insurance

PTO 80 hours

Paid holidays 13–15

Bereavement leave

Tuition discounts

Scholarship program

Family Leave

401(k) 6% match

CDA program support

Zusammenfassung

The Pillars Christian Learning Centers is seeking Preschool Teachers for Infants to create a safe, nurturing classroom where young children learn, explore, and grow. This hands-on role emphasizes creativity, compassion, and leadership daily.

Join a faith-based program recognized for quality and part of Lantern Learning Group, offering growth opportunities and a supportive community within a larger network.

Qualifikationen

• Experience working with infants/preschoolers is preferred.
• Background in early childhood education is desirable.
• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Aufgaben

• Lead engaging lessons and activities for infants and toddlers.
• Foster a nurturing, safe classroom culture.
• Model faith-based values and positive behavior.
• Adapt instruction to meet each child’s needs.
• Communicate with families about daily transitions.
• Promote healthy habits and routines.

Kenntnisse

Teaching experience

Childcare experience

Communication with families

Ausbildung

High school diploma

ECE coursework

First Aid/CPR

Jobbeschreibung

About The Pillars

The Pillars Christian Learning Centers are award-winning, faith-based preschools dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and outcomes in early childhood education. We are proud to be recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing U.S. businesses for 2023, 2024, and 2025.

The Pillars blends faith-based values with evidence-based curriculum, nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and spiritually. Families trust The Pillars to provide a safe, loving, and enriching environment where children thrive.

Our Mission:

Deliver a high-quality early childhood education program, helping students successfully reach important developmental, emotional, and academic milestones — all while instilling strong character and a lasting foundation of Christian faith.

Our Values:

Quality, Integrity, Service, and Community.

The Pillars is proud to be part of Lantern Learning Group, a purpose-led network of preschools united by shared values and a commitment to exceptional early childhood education. Being part of this larger family provides our team with added resources, professional growth opportunities, and long-term stability—while allowing each school to maintain the unique culture and identity that makes it special in its community.

Position: Preschool Teachers- Infants

We are looking for Preschool Teachers to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where young children can learn, explore, and grow. This is a hands‑on, high-impact role where your creativity, compassion, and leadership will shine daily.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead engaging lessons and activities (storytelling, music, arts, discovery play) that promote whole-child development


• Foster a nurturing classroom culture where children feel loved, valued, and supported


• Model faith-based values and positive behavior while guiding routines and expectations


• Adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of each child


• Partner with families to ensure smooth daily transitions and open communication


• Promote healthy habits like hygiene, nutrition, and self‑care

Benefits

At The Pillars, we believe our team members are the true foundation of our success. You’ll join a team that feels more like family, with strong community support and the resources of a larger network behind you. We are proud to be recognized not only for our exceptional programs but also as a “Best Place for Working Parents.” Working here means growing your career, impacting children’s lives, and being celebrated for your contributions.

Our team members enjoy comprehensive benefits like:

• Employer covers 70% of the employee medical premium


• FSA/HSA enrollment options


• Voluntary Dental & Vision coverage


• Voluntary Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Voluntary Pet Insurance


• 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) – accruals start day 1


• 13–15 paid holidays annually


• 2 days of paid Bereavement Leave


• Childcare tuition discounts


• Scholarship program


• Lantern Learning Group Paid Family Leave (LLGPFL)


• 401(k) with 6% match, no wait time for vesting once eligible


• CDA Program Assistance

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Meets HHS and DFPS caregiver qualifications (age, background check, medical clearance, annual training)


• Previous teaching or childcare experience (preferred)


• Early Childhood Education coursework or certification (preferred)


• Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) (preferred)


• Valid driver’s license (if transporting children) (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Active classroom environment: frequent sitting, standing, kneeling, bending


• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs as needed


• Maintain clear visual and auditory supervision of children