South Carolina First Steps 4K Program Lead Teacher

South Carolina First Steps 4K Teacher

The Learning Experience in Rock Hill is seeking a passionate and dedicated South Carolina First Steps 4K Teacher to join our team. As a 4K Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where young learners can thrive. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children while working in a supportive and collaborative educational setting.

Benefits

The position offers a variety of benefits including:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Signing bonus
• Wellness resources

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for 4-year-old children based on South Carolina First Steps 4K guidelines.
• Create engaging lesson plans that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Provide a safe and supportive learning environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning.
• Observe and assess individual children's progress, and maintain accurate records of their growth and development.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, keeping them informed about their child's progress, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to ensure a cohesive and enriching educational experience for all children.
• Attend professional development workshops and training sessions to enhance teaching skills and stay updated on best practices in early childhood education.
• Record Classroom attendance daily in Child Plus and Core systems.
• Ability to adhere to an approved, research-based preschool curriculum aligned with the South Carolina Early Learning Standards for four-year-olds.

Qualifications

Qualifications include:

• Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required). Or
• A two-year degree in early childhood education or a related field where teachers possessing a two-year degree must be enrolled and demonstrating progress toward the completion of a teacher education program within four years.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children in an educational setting.
• Solid understanding of child development principles and early childhood education best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications. We will review applications on a rolling basis and will contact qualified candidates for interviews.

At The Learning Experience, we value diversity and equal opportunity. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.