Lead Childare Teacher

Company: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Location: Easley
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Description Position at Foothills Child Development Center Foothills Child Development Center of Easley is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups: Infants Toddlers To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require an associate degree or higher and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have ECD101 completed ! Required Shift: Monday - Friday; 7:00am - 4:00pm Compensation: $16-18 per hour; based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers! Our Hiring Process for Lead Toddler Teachers: Resume screen Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes) Q&A Classroom observation Offer Main Job Responsibilities for Lead Toddler Teachers: Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides. Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently. Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children. Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom. Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May. Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role. Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children. If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today! Foothills Child Development Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. PECEPEDU1

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