Lead Preschool Teacher (URGENTLY HIRING!)

Kradles2Krayons Childcare Development Center (SC#25433) is looking for exceptional and dedicated employees who want to make a difference in the lives of children and their families! The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for creating lesson plans, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns. We are looking for an individual who desires to work with older 2.5 to 3 year old children.

This position reports to the Director.

·       Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.

·       Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.

·       Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.

·       Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.

·       Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.

·       Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.

·       Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.

·       Maintain accurate records, forms and files.

·       Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Minimum High School Diploma
• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. 
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment. 
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• SC 15-Hour ProSolutions Training Certificate
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

• CDA (not required)
• ECD 101 (not required)
• Additional child development training

Weekly Pay

Bonuses & Raises (Based on tenure, job performance, trainings, and more!)

Direct Deposit (after being with the company for 30 days)

No Weekends

Sick Pay

Paid Holidays (after 6 months Full-Time)