Pre-School Lead Teacher (25-26)

Francis Marion University invites applications for a Pre-school teacher, serving ages 3-5. for the Gail and Terry Richardson Center for the Child (RCC) at Francis Marion University.  Plans and implements educational programs for the Child Care facility.  Plans both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice, and program philosophy.  Develops programs for young children based on current knowledge of child development and early childhood education.  Ensures all programs and activities fit the training, research, and service needs of the Center for the Child and University community.  Works closely with the various academic departments as the RCC also serves as a training facility for FMU students in early childhood education, psychology, nursing, speech language pathology, occupation therapy and is a site for research and community services.

Duties:

• Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy.
• Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.
• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning.
• Coordinate on campus field trips.
• Prepare monthly plan charts.
• Complete bi-annual assessment of children’s development.
• Report progress of children to parents in bi-annual reports and through parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain daily open communication with parents.
• Keep accident reports.
• Maintain anecdotal records.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Report any suspected abuse to supervisor and the Department of Social Services.
• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials.
• Attend in-service and staff meetings.
• Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers in the classroom.
• Keep all appropriate records such as records, attendance, and time sheets.
• Meet all applicable licensing regulations.

 FMU Requirements and Preferences:  A bachelor’s degree required.  Must be certified in Early Childhood Education.  Experience in education, childcare or general administration in working with Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Threes, or Four-year old children preferred.

Normal Working Hours:  37.5 hours/week.  (10.75-month contract, renewable year-to-year.)

 Salary: $36,000

Start Date: July 21, 2025

Physical Requirements:  Must have the ability to bend, twist, squat, kneel, climb, reach above shoulder, grip/grasp, extend/flex neck, use right hand, use left hand, ability to see, lift to 40 lbs, stand, walk, sit, drive, perform repetitive hand motions, keyboarding/mouse work, and the ability to hear.

Materials Needed:

1. Letter of interest (referencing Position Numbers 25-26).
2. Resume.
3. Copy of all College transcripts. (Official college transcripts will be required of the successful     candidate).
4. Three letters of reference with addresses, home and work telephone numbers.
5. Copy of SC Driver’s License.
6. Copy of High School Diploma or GED.
7. Copy of College Diploma.
8. FMU Application.

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Send Application Packet to:  Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration & Planning, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547 or fax information to (843) 661-1202.

The successful candidate must complete all DSS required forms:

1. A Consent to Release Information form
2. Evidence of Non-Conviction and Statement of Compliance
3. Verification of experience working in a Child Care Facility (a written statement from each childcare stating the center’s name, address, telephone number, A/L/R number and employee’s dates of employment is required.)
4. Medical Statement
5. A copy of current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Card, if applicable
6. Completion of State background check
7. Completion of Federal background check
8. Related health assessment/medical statement.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

 As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission.

Applicants honorably discharged from a branch of the United States Armed Forces, who meet the minimum training and experience requirements, are given employment preference by all State agencies and higher education institutions in SC.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution