Summary

Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you love working with children in a fun and nurturing environment? Little Sandpipers Preschool, a boutique-style, brand-new preschool located in Summerville, is looking for dedicated Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants to join our team! Se habla espanol!

Duties

Lead teacher duties:

Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards. We provide our teachers with a curriculum that is easy to navigate and implement! 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 a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Reports to the facility Director directly Quarterly meetings with staff

Assistant Teachers duties:

We provide our teachers with a curriculum that is easy to navigate and implement! Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching. Assist in 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. Maintain accurate records, forms and files. Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Supports Lead Teacher in daily operations of the classroom and in lesson plans Reports to the facility Director directly Quarterly meetings with staff

Requirements

Lead teacher requirements:

Must be at least 21 years of age High School Diploma or GED At least 1 year of experience teaching in a state-licensed early childhood education facility Enjoy working with children Fun and nurturing personality Desire to learn and grow in the field of early childhood education Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to obtain upon hire Must be able to pass a background check, health screening and TB test Attend staff meetings and training Must be available to work 8 hour work shifts Monday - Friday

Assistant Teachers requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age High School Diploma or GED At least 6 months of experience teaching in a state-licensed early childhood education facility Enjoy working with children Fun and nurturing personality Desire to learn and grow in the field of early childhood education Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to obtain upon hire Must be able to pass a background check, health screening and TB test Attend staff meetings and training Must be available to work 8 hour work shifts Monday - Friday

Nice To Haves

Training and support for obtaining further education in early childhood development A comprehensive, easy-to-navigate curriculum Opportunities for professional development and growth within our school through trainings A supportive, collaborative and healthy work environment - we want our teachers to be comfortable and happy! No after-hour work meetings/trainings New perks are always being added

Benefits

Paid holidays Health insurance Sick PTO Paid time off Discount tuition for employees upon availability