🌟 Lead Preschool Teacher (Ages 3–5)
Location: The Learning Experience, Columbia Schedule: Monday–Friday; 6:00 AM–3:00 PM or 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (must be available to work either shift) Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience
Shape Confident Learners and Future Leaders
Are you an experienced early childhood educator who thrives on helping children reach their full potential? We're seeking a skilled, passionate, and dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher to guide a classroom of children ages 3–5 through meaningful learning experiences that prepare them for future academic success.
This role is ideal for a teacher who understands that great preschool education goes beyond lesson planning. We're looking for someone who can assess children's developmental and academic needs, intentionally plan engaging learning experiences, and skillfully scaffold instruction to support a wide range of ages, abilities, and learning styles within the same classroom.
The ideal candidate is confident leading a classroom independently, effectively managing state-licensed group sizes, and creating meaningful learning experiences for children with diverse developmental needs and abilities.
What You'll Do
Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with children's individual needs and interests
Assess children's progress through observation, documentation, and ongoing evaluation
Differentiate instruction and scaffold learning experiences to support varying developmental levels and abilities
Create a nurturing, organized, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes exploration, independence, and school readiness
Foster children's growth across cognitive, social-emotional, language, and physical development domains
Build strong partnerships with families through consistent communication and collaboration
Maintain accurate classroom records and developmental documentation
Mentor and collaborate with assistant teachers to ensure high-quality classroom practices
Model professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
Experience teaching preschool-aged children (ages 3–5), preferably in a lead teacher role
Strong understanding of child development, assessment practices, and curriculum planning
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and support mixed-age and mixed-ability learners
Proven ability to effectively manage and engage classrooms operating within South Carolina state ratios, including up to 1:12 for younger preschoolers and 1:17 for older preschool-aged children
Excellent classroom management skills with the ability to maintain a positive, productive learning environment while supporting individual student needs
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork abilities
Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or related educational background preferred
Must obtain (or be willing to obtain) the free 15-hour South Carolina Health & Safety Certification before orientation
Must obtain (or be willing to obtain) First Aid/CPR certification
Availability to work either the 6:00 AM–3:00 PM or 9:00 AM–6:00 PM shift as needed
Why You'll Love Working Here
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth
A classroom where your expertise, creativity, and leadership are valued
The opportunity to make a lasting impact during a critical stage of child development
A rewarding role preparing children for kindergarten and lifelong learning
This position is subject to all applicable state licensing requirements.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.