Nurturing Preschool Teacher — Shape Young Minds (9–6)

Aspire Early Learning Academy; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DSS training

Direct deposit

Payroll access

Professional workshops

PTO 40 hours

Nights and weekends off

Holiday pay after probation

Telehealth and Mental Health benefits

Company-paid term life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Aspire Early Learning Academy in West Columbia is seeking a full-time Preschool Teacher to support children under five with engaging, developmentally appropriate activities from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

You will implement the curriculum, document progress, and foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth while building trusting relationships with young learners. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a warm, nurturing classroom.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education.
• Familiarity with health, safety, sanitation, and classroom supervision guidelines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and instructional skills.
• Ability to positively guide children's behavior and help resolve conflicts appropriately.
• Patient, friendly, dependable, professional, and even-tempered.
• Creative and enthusiastic about working with young children.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Successful completion of required Central Registry, SLED, and FBI background checks.
• Completion of ECD 101 or willingness to complete the course within six months of employment. The company will pay for the required course.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences using a variety of teaching techniques, including storytelling, educational play, music, and media.
• Observe and document children's development while supporting social skills, independence, and self-esteem.
• Encourage positive interactions, cooperation, and respectful behavior among children.
• Follow the company's curriculum and lesson plans to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Support children's development of early academic, artistic, and practical skills, including shapes, numbers, colors, crafts, and other age-appropriate concepts.
• Maintain an organized classroom schedule and provide active supervision to ensure children's safety at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom that meets health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate professionally and effectively with co-workers and administration.
• Follow all applicable DSS, DHEC, and Aspire Early Learning Academy policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Work effectively as part of a small teaching team.
• Create a warm, nurturing, and positive classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to learn.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Safety guidelines

Communication skills

Behavior guidance

Teamwork

Creativity

Patience

Background checks

ECD 101 course

Job description

Aspire Early Learning Academy in West Columbia is seeking a full-time Preschool Teacher to support children under five with engaging, developmentally appropriate activities from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

You will implement the curriculum, document progress, and foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth while building trusting relationships with young learners. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a warm, nurturing classroom.