Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher

Celebree School of Fort Mill; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance coverage

Childcare discounts

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Celebree School of Fort Mill is seeking an experienced classroom teacher to plan and direct age-appropriate activities within a developmentally supportive environment. You will guide classroom aides and ensure a safe, engaging space for children.

Ideal candidates bring state-regulated teaching qualifications, strong communication with families, and a collaborative approach to daily lessons and maintain open lines of contact with parents and management.

Qualifications

• Must meet all state regulations for teachers.
• Strong classroom management and communicatio n skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct classroom activities to support Celebree's curriculum.
• Provide support and direction to classroom aides.
• Maintain safe, clean, and engaging learning environments.
• Communicate with parents about child development.
• Attend team meetings and trainings as requested.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Educational software

Curriculum familiarity

Education

State teaching requirements for early childhood

Job description

Be a part of a Team that makes a difference every day. Become a teacher at the Celebree School.

At the Celebree School, our mission is to protect, educate, and nurture children in a safe, stimulating, and positive environment so they are prepared for school and life. To engage children, our curriculum makes learning fun.

To teach children, we employ a customized curriculum that:

• Embraces the Seven Domains of Learning which address the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children.
• Meets the State’s Early Learning Standards.
• Everyone learns differently, so at the Celebree School, we celebrate differences.

Position Summary:

Plan and direct operations of an assigned classroom to ensure Celebree's mission, vision, and values are upheld, and children are provided with a developmentally age-appropriate learning environment. Provide support and direction to the classroom aide.

Specific Skills:

• Certification in CPR & First Aid.
• Computer skills, familiar with educational software and curriculum.

Qualifications:

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of behavioral and developmental stages of children, and knowledge of childcare licensing requirements.
• Ability to manage a classroom, including strong organizational, communication (verbal and written), and problem-solving skills.
• Must have patience and flexibility.
• Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Education/Experience:

Must meet all Teacher requirements per State regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Manages classroom ensuring compliance with all Child Care regulations and company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Provides a welcoming and friendly classroom environment for all children, parents, and visitors.
• Maintains attractive and current classroom/hallway displays and an educational and informative Parent Board that is updated regularly.
• Creates and implements thorough, timely lesson plans that are age-appropriate and stimulating by Celebree’s curriculum.
• Manages effective classroom transitions.
• Assists and supervises children during all activities; counsels children as needed using positive and appropriate discipline techniques.
• Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained.
• Accurately completes all paperwork, electronic reports, supervision records, and attendance.
• Attends all team meetings, training, and School events as requested.
• Provides support and direction to Aides to ensure the classroom functions in an orderly manner.
• Provides development, coaching, and training to support Aide development.
• Always presents a positive and professional image, adhering to uniform requirements.
• Communicates effectively with parents, e.g., greeting by name, addressing concerns promptly, giving positive feedback, and providing regular updates on their child’s development and classroom happenings.
• Maintains open and effective communication with Management.
• Identifies opportunities and/or problems in the classroom/School and works with coworkers and Directors to resolve them.
• Maintains all mandatory certification requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding families, co-workers, and self.
• Maintains regular and satisfactory attendance at all times, and limits absences.
• Performs face-to-name counts every 30 minutes and upon transitions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• The job requires frequent bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, lifting, and carrying.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, recognizing your dedication and hard work.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, ensuring your well-being and peace of mind.
• Childcare discounts for your own family, making quality childcare more affordable.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that values your contributions.