Preschool Teacher- All Ages

About Early Care and EducationSmart Cookies is high-quality child care that is extremely important in the social, cognitive, emotional, and educational development of every child. Smart Cookies offers a safe environment where infants, toddlers, and pre-kindergartners can feel comfortable expressing themselves, while parents can feel confident in their child's daily care.Our early childhood center is conveniently located on Savannah Highway across from Charleston Nissan Center and serves children aged infants through 36 months. We also have another center for ages 3 through 6 that is served by our second campus, located at 1643 Savannah Highway.Join Our School FamilyWe are looking for enthusiastic and caring teachers to be positive role models for our Infants through preschool-aged students.Teacher ResponsibilitiesMaintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environmentImplement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growthDocument attendance records, food program compliance, developmental milestones, accident reports, and daily communication with parentsUse positive guidance techniquesCollaborate respectfully and professionally with other team members to ensure the success of the children and the school familyWhy Join Us?We value our teachers and offer:Competitive wages based on experience and educationVision, dental, and health benefits for full-time employees401(k) matchingDiscounted child care tuitionPaid time off for full-time employeesHoliday pay for full-time employeesMultiple bonus and incentive opportunitiesCareer advancement opportunitiesWhat We're Looking ForMinimum of a high school diploma or equivalentExperience working with young childrenAbility to bend, stoop, and run to keep up with active young childrenStrong communication and interaction skills with children and parentsCompassion, respect, and patience for young childrenRequirementsScheduleMonday to Friday with multiple shifts available. Shifts may include:9:00 AM to 6:00 PMRequirementsRequired Education and Experience:High school diploma, GED, or equivalentMinimum age of 18TB test and physical before start datePreferred Education and Experience:Prior teaching or child care experienceCompletion of the South Carolina Early Childhood Credential (ECD 101)At least 6 months of experience in a regulated child care facilityAdditional Eligibility Qualifications:Successful completion of an FBI and SLED background checkAnnual completion of 15 hours of training, including:5 hours in child growth and development5 hours in curriculum activities for childrenRemaining hours in health, safety, or other child care-related topicsCurrent Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certificationsIf transporting children, a valid Class C driver's license with a clean Department of Public Safety record, plus 2 hours of transportation training annually