Legacy Academy has 3 NAEYC accredited childcare centers in the Upstate of South Carolina. We are seeking candidates that love teaching children and enjoy making a difference in children’s lives. If you are a fun loving, energetic positive teacher, then we would like the opportunity to meet you! At Legacy Academy our teachers make our program special. We believe that our teaching staff are the best in the Upstate! They are the reason that our schools are regarded as some of the top preschools in the area. We are currently accepting applications for amazing teacher candidates for all 3 of our upstate locations.
At Legacy Academy our mission is to serve our children, families, staff, and communities in a manner that positively impacts their lives. We believe in so doing, our programs will set the standard for early childhood care and education. We are committed to providing ongoing professional development for our staff, for they are a key ingredient in the quality program at Legacy Academy. Their positive nurturing sets the basis for the high standard of care we expect for our children. We are committed to providing our children and families a cutting edge, enriched learning environment that encourages physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. We are committed to providing the individualized attention that encourages each of our children to grow and develop to their fullest potential.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High school diploma (Associates degree, or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or in the process of obtaining.)
2. Demonstrates understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practice.
3. Displays positive interpersonal skills, as well as critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
Responsibilities
1. Develop and maintain a positive reputation and image with the community creating and promoting a positive professional relationship with the Director, Assistant Director, Owner, Staff, and families.
2. Plan activities to meet the needs of the individual children; activities which are designed to ensure success, based on a positive foundation for growth and development.
3. Plan, supervise, and implement programs for children in accordance with Legacy Academy's policies and procedures.
4. Provide a model classroom environment by incorporating best practices.
5. Participate in regularly scheduled and informal conferences with parents.
6. Participate in regular and ongoing child care training.
7. Any and all other duties as assigned by the Director or the Assistant Director.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
