Lead Preschool Teacher
St. Martin's Preschool is seeking a full-time 4K lead teacher.
Under the direction of the St. Martin's Preschool director and the church rector, a full-time Lead Teacher will provide quality care to children, creating a safe and engaging place for them to learn and play. Teachers will also partner with families to help and support them as they navigate the early childhood years. They will create and implement appropriate schedules and lesson plans in accordance with the policies of St. Martin's Preschool.
+ Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage daily classroom operations in accordance with the St. Martin's Preschool Handbook and DSS Licensing Requirements
- Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times
- Provide a positive, nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom for children
- Update parents/guardians on children's activities and discuss children's development and behavior with them
- Develop lesson plans
- Create a monthly calendar and newsletter
- Develop classroom schedule and protocols in accordance with those of St. Martin's Preschool
- Feed and diaper children as necessary
- Clean and sterilize toys and equipment daily
- Maintain accurate records on appropriate forms (daily sheets, incident reports, supply requests, student assessments)
- Attend Staff Meetings
- Complete DSS required training each year
+ Personal Qualities
- Self-motivated
- Organized
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Nurturing
- Flexible
- Open-minded
- Patient
- Team Player
+ Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 6 months experience in a licensed child care facility as a lead teacher required (1 year preferred)
- Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
- Will consider a Preschool CDA or Preschool 1 and 2 credentials
- Job Type: Full-time
+ Benefits & Compensation
- Tuition discount
- Paid time off
- Sick pay
- Generous holiday pay (2-week winter break, 1-week Spring Break and major holidays)
- Salary from $16 per hour
- Insurance
+ Other Important Information
Ability to Commute/Relocate
- In person-Columbia, SC 29206
- Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work
- Must have reliable transportation
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification Required and can be provided within 30 days of hire
- 15-hour Health and Safety Pre-service certificate required within 30 days of hire or completion on ECD 101 required