Preschool 3-Year-Old Long Term Substitute

About Charleston Collegiate School
Charleston Collegiate School (CCS) is an independent, co-educational day school serving students in PreK–12th grade. Located on a beautiful 30-acre campus just outside Charleston, CCS is guided by four pillars—Project-Based Learning, Entrepreneurship, Artistic Expression, and Leadership through Outdoor Education. We are committed to recognizing, nurturing, and challenging each student in a supportive and inclusive community.

Position Overview
The 3-Year-Old Preschool Long Term Substitute creates a warm, structured, and engaging classroom environment that honors the developmental needs of young children while aligning with CCS’s mission, values, and pillars. The ideal candidate is a patient, creative, and organized educator who thrives on establishing consistent rituals and routines, fostering a love of learning, and cultivating social-emotional growth in each child.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and follow a curriculum that blends play, exploration, and discovery with CCS’s Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach.


• Scaffold learning experiences in early literacy, numeracy, social-emotional development, and motor skills for 3-year-olds.


• Establish clear, predictable routines and rituals that provide a sense of security and help children build independence.


• Incorporate CCS’s core values—empathy, integrity, community, optimism, and advocacy—into daily classroom life.


• Nurture social-emotional learning by modeling positive interactions, guiding cooperation, and teaching conflict resolution.


• Build strong partnerships with families through open, regular communication and by celebrating milestones together.


• Collaborate with colleagues and Specials teachers to integrate cross-curricular and creative learning opportunities.


• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that encourages exploration.


• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school events to continuously grow as an educator.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum required) in Early Childhood Education or related field


• Experience teaching in early childhood settings, with a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice


• Knowledge of Google Suite and ability to use technology for communication and classroom management


• Strong communication and collaboration skills


• Commitment to consistent attendance, professionalism, and reflective practice


• Current or willingness to obtain advanced first-aid training

Non-Discrimination Policy
CCS values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees and students. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.