Preschool Teacher Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Preschool Teacher Kids Garden Columbia Columbia, SC Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Contract $14

• $16 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification Passion for working with children Sanitation High school diploma or GED Classroom experience Preschool experience Communication skills Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Kids Garden, Columbia!

Looking for a creative, eco-friendly, flexible, and fun work environment? Join our growing garden!

Contact:

Please email resume and letter of intent to

Job Title:

Preschool Teacher Hours per week: Part-Time/As needed Monday-Friday position available

Compensation:

$14-16/hour Reports to:

COLA Directors Kaylyn Mitchell & Camryn Hambrick Primary Objective of Job:

We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that will inspire lifelong love for learning. Teachers primary responsibilities are to lead educational activities, teach Kids Garden curriculum and collaborate with our team to maintain a solid preschool program. Preschool teachers will run circle time, implement daily creative hands-on activities, follow a consistent daily schedule, and teach foundational skills while maintaining enrolled preschool students and engaging drop-in children to the creative arts center. Secondary responsibilities include and are not limited to; use of our software for checking families in and out of the center, high level of customer service and communication with parents, continuing education for self improvement as a teacher, and consistent team work with all teachers in the center and an ability to multitask and come up with creative ideas to enhance the learning environment in order to contribute to the daily activities.

Company Values:

Our eco-friendly, Creative Arts Learning Center is built on community, offering your family peace of mind in all that we do. To create sustainable growth through collaboration, to create a community experience. Our environment serves as the third teacher; a magical, whimsical place where experiments are encouraged and exploration is the constant . We use art as a medium for connection and expression, and believe that real learning happens through experience. We’ve got you with flexible childcare through all seasons of your family’s growth; you can count on us for both spontaneity and stability. That’s why we’re here!

Job Requirements:

Required Abilities/Skills

• High school diploma
• At least 6 months previous experience in childcare center
• Enjoys working with young children and an ability to engage and earn children’s trust and attention.
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Has an understanding and love of healthy living and creativity in education
• Has tons of energy and an infectious happy demeanor
• Guide children in classes and activities to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
• Ability to follow daily programs that support intellectual, emotional, and physical development
• Must be able to take initiative, be a problem solver and solution innovator
• Must be able to adapt to change quickly and shift gears from one task to another when staffing needs change and capacity of children in the center change
• Must have excellent people and communication skills and be a true advocate for Kids Garden
• Must have excellent multitasking skills, attention to safety and ability to handle more than 10 children at a time.
• Can pass a background check and clear central registry with DSS
• Has a patient demeanor and able to keep a peaceful environment
• Ability to help team members and jump in wherever help may be needed
• Ability to be on time, self-motivate and work at a steady pace with a positive attitude
• Ability to follow directions, multitask and manage Kids Garden schedule efficiently
• Ability to keep calm and stay focused in stressful situations and busy times
• Ability to lift, bend, squat, and carry 50 lbs +
• Ability to take instruction and feedback from senior team members
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate with team members and families effectively and kindly
• Ability to keep busy and productive in slow times

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract, Temporary Pay:

$14.00

• $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 3
• 20 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Professional development assistance

Schedule:

Day shift

Work Location:

In person