Grace Academy CDC Hiring for Teacher Job at Columbia, SC Full Time

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate early childhood education experience and following all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures for our students.

SCOPE:

The Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing the program to teach young students. They must ensure the development and safety of students in accordance with relevant federal, territorial and municipal legislation and policies. The Preschool Teacher will be respectful of children and parents and ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well maintained. Failure to provide adequate services may place children at risk.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the GACDC Administration, this position will be responsible for managing students in an appropriate and child-centered manner. Implement developmentally appropriate pre-school programmatic academic plans for young students so that each student will have the opportunity to develop to his/her fullest potential.

Main Activities

• Ensure equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained, and safe at all times
• Provide weekly and monthly schedules of activities
• Develop culturally appropriate programs and activities
• Develop activities that introduce math and literacy concepts
• Establish policies and procedures, including acceptable disciplinary policies
• Be familiar with emergency procedures
• Supervise students in the Academy

Additional Activities

• Ensure students are supervised at all times
• Provide nutrias lunches and snacks
• Provide various experiences and activities for children, including songs, games, and storytelling
• Build children’s esteem
• Comfort children
• Establish routines and provide positive guidance
• Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable
• Implement positive discipline when required
• Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand
• Observe students and notate progress
• Integrate special needs children in a positive and respectful manner
• Communicate with parents and members of the community
• Discuss children’s development with parents
• Participate in community activities
• Promote literacy, early education, and GACDC
• Maintain program administration
• Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities, and their child’s progress
• Develop and maintain current, accurate, and confidential client files
• Develop daily activity plans
• Perform other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Child development and early childhood education theories and practices
• Safe and appropriate activities for children
• Relevant legislation, policies, and procedures to ensure that students are supervised and safe at all times

Skills

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

• Team-building skills
• Supervisory skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills
• Teaching skills

Personal Attributes

The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of the Lead Teacher. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Be consistent and fair
• Be compassionate and understanding
• Be able to build esteem while ensuring a safe and secure environment

The incumbent should have the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for the position by completing a post-secondary early education program combined with related childcare and/or preschool teaching experience. Equivalencies will be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We have enacted enhanced polices and procedures to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff as well navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• early childhood education expereience: 3 years (Required)
• Early childhood education: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location