4K Lead Teacher
$31,366–$37,606 year
On-siteMyrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive preschool environment while planning and delivering curriculum aligned with Cadence Education programs. Lead classroom operations under the School Director, implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and behavioral support plans for diverse developmental needs. Maintain a safe, well-supervised classroom by following the Safety and Supervision Manual, ensuring Name-to-Face accountability, and accurately documenting incidents per licensing requirements. Build professional relationships with families through daily communication and use required systems to report on child progress. Participate in mandatory trainings and meetings that may occur outside regularly scheduled hours.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to follow all safety procedures, including Name‐to‐Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‐feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices
- Ability to manage a classroom environment with consistency, structure, and care
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
- Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center
- Must meet all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers
- High school diploma or GED plus required experience
- College coursework in early childhood education
- CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential
- Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings
- Flexibility
- Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs
- Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts
- Daily end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed
Desired Qualifications
- 6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experience
- CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met
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