Preschool Teacher (Urgently Hiring)

Child Care Resources Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in early childhood education seeks a passionate Lead Preschool Teacher to foster learning in 3-4 year-old classrooms. The ideal candidate will create engaging lesson plans, ensure safety, and collaborate with staff, making a real difference in young children's lives.

Benefits

401k Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in childcare required.
• Knowledge of child development best practices essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Monitor and assess children's progress regularly.
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment for development.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Patience

Child Development Knowledge

Education

CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Experience in daycare or preschool setting

Job description

Summary

Little Steps is located in Columbia South Carolina. We are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children to learn and grow. As part of our commitment to excellence in early childhood education, we are currently seeking passionate individuals to join our team. We are currently seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team and lead our 3 and 4-year-old classrooms. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of childcare experience and a genuine passion for working with young children. Salary is based upon education and experience level.

Duties

Responsibilities:

- Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote child development in areas such as physical education, math, and language skills

- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow

- Foster social, emotional, and cognitive development through positive interactions and guidance

- Monitor and assess each child's progress and communicate with parents or guardians regularly

- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive learning environment

- Maintain a clean and organized classroom conducive to learning

- Ensure the well-being and welfare of all children in your care

Requirements

Qualifications:

- Previous experience working with young children in a daycare or preschool setting

- Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education

- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues

- Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children

- Ability to create engaging lesson plans that meet the individual needs of each child

- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

- Ability to pass a background check

Nice To Haves

ECD101

Firs Aid/CPR

Benefits

401k Matching

PTO

Vacation