Pre-School Lead Teacher (25-26) Position Available In Florence, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Francis Marion University is seeking a Pre-School Lead Teacher (25-26) for their Gail and Terry Richardson Center for the Child. Responsibilities include planning educational programs for children aged 3-5, coordinating activities, and maintaining a safe environment. The role requires a bachelor's degree and certification in Early Childhood Education, with a salary of $36,000 for 37.5 hours per week.
Job Description
April 21, 2025
Pre-School Lead Teacher (25-26)
Full-Time Staff
Gail and Terry Richardson Center for the Child Francis Marion University invites applications for a Pre-school teacher, serving ages 3-5. for the Gail and Terry Richardson Center for the Child (RCC) at Francis Marion University. Plans and implements educational programs for the Child Care facility. Plans both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice, and program philosophy. Develops programs for young children based on current knowledge of child development and early childhood education. Ensures all programs and activities fit the training, research, and service needs of the Center for the Child and Universitymunity. Works closely with the various academic departments as the RCC also serves as a training facility for FMU students in early childhood education, psychology, nursing, speech language pathology, occupation therapy and is a site for research andmunity services.
Duties:
Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy.
Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.
Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning.
Coordinate on campus field trips.
Prepare monthly plan charts.
Complete bi-annual assessment of children’s development. progress of children to parents in bi-annual reports and through parent-teacher conferences.
Maintain daily openmunication with parents.
Keep accident reports.
Maintain anecdotal records.
Maintains confidentiality. any suspected abuse to supervisor and the Department of Social Services.
Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy.
Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials.
Attend in-service and staff meetings.
Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers in the classroom.
Keep all appropriate records such as records, attendance, and time sheets.
Meet all applicable licensing regulations.
FMU Requirements and Preferences:
A bachelor’s degree required. Must be certified in Early Childhood Education. Experience in education, childcare or general administration in working with Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Threes, or Four-year old children preferred.
Normal Working Hours:
37.5 hours/week. (10.75-month contract, renewable year-to-year.)
Salary:
$36,000
Start Date:
July 21, 2025
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to bend, twist, squat, kneel, climb, reach above shoulder, grip/grasp, extend/flex neck, use right hand, use left hand, ability to see, lift to 40 lbs, stand, walk, sit, drive, perform repetitive hand motions, keyboarding/mouse work, and the ability to hear.
Materials Needed:
Letter of interest (referencing Position Numbers 25-26).
Resume.
Copy of all College transcripts. (Official college transcripts will be required of the successful candidate).
Three letters of reference with addresses, home and work telephone numbers.
Copy of SC Driver’s License.
Copy of High School Diploma or GED.
Copy of College Diploma.
FMU Application.
