Aspire Early Learning Academy
Location
West Columbia, South Carolina
Teachers must provide diverse educational techniques, observe children to improve social competencies and self-esteem, and guide artistic and practical development through a structured curriculum. Responsibilities also include organizing the classroom schedule, ensuring child safety, collaborating with co-workers, and adhering to all regulatory guidelines.
Candidates must possess knowledge of best practices for early childhood education, including understanding child development principles and familiarity with safety/sanitation guidelines. Applicants must also pass background checks and complete or agree to complete the ECD 101 course shortly after employment.
Provide a variety of educational techniques (e.g., storytelling, educational play, media) to teach children. Observe each child and help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem. Encourage children to interact positively with each other. Guide children in developing their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (e.g., identifying shapes, numbers, or colors, making crafts, etc.). Organize the classroom schedule and supervise children to ensure their safety at all times. Collaborate with co-workers. Maintain a clean, tidy classroom in accordance with health and safety standards. Follow the curriculum and lessons that are provided by the company. Follow the guidelines of DSS, DHEC, and Aspire Early Learning Academy. Work effectively with a small team of co-workers.
Understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods. Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines. Excellent communication and instructional skills. Ability to act as a mediator between children. Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable. Creativity. Cleared Central Registry, SLED, and FBI background checks. Completed ECD 101 or agreed to complete the course within 6 months of employment (paid for by the company).
to include: Paid DSS training classes up to 15 hours. Weekly direct deposits on Fridays. Accessible payroll platform by website or app. Conference and workshop registrations. Accumulation of PTO Time up to 40 hours per year. Nights and weekends off. Holiday pay after the 90-day probationary period. Paid TeleHealth & Mental Health benefits while employed. Paid Term Life Insurance Policy of $25,000 while employed. Optional Vision, Dental, and Whole Life Insurance benefits. Optional 401(k) benefits with 100% employer match after one year of employment.
Market context
In South Carolina, early childhood teaching roles are often shaped by steady demand in centers and programs that need educators who understand child development, safety, and sanitation practices. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who can pass background checks, complete ECD 101 quickly, and work reliably in regulated classroom settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your readiness for the course and background check before applying.
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