Preschool Teacher Jobs in South Carolina

A Preschool Teacher plays a crucial role in elementary education, providing early childhood education and care to children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. They are responsible for creating lesson plans and curricula focused on different areas of child development, such as language, motor, and social skills. They use games, storytelling, arts and crafts, music, and physical activities to engage children and make learning fun. Preschool Teachers also monitor and assess a child's progress, while ensuring a safe and comfortable learning environment.

Preschool Teachers should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and co-workers. They should be patient, creative, and have the ability to inspire and motivate children. A degree in early childhood education is typically required. They also need to have specific certifications like a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) credentials. Before becoming a Preschool Teacher, individuals might work as a childcare worker, teacher's aide, or even as a nanny, which offers valuable experience in managing and caring for children.

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K4 Early Childhood Teacher

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications: SC certification in Early Childhood required with a strong GPA in relevant coursework Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of effective and...

Pre K Teacher 2025-26 Academic Year

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four South Carolina schools with a mission of empowering children with the excellent, life-changing education they deserve. We were...

Preschool Teacher

  • Summerville, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 2 days ago

in a licensed daycare required + Child Development Associate or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related preferred + High school diploma or equivalent + Must be at...

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Greenville, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 4 days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood...

Preschool Lead Pre-K Teacher

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred. Minimum of a GED and 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare facility....

Preschool Lead Toddler Teacher

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred. Minimum of a GED and 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare facility....

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 5 days ago

Early Childhood Teacher Rock Hill School District Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion - Rock Hill, South Carolina This job is also posted in Rock Hill School District 3 Job Details...

Preschool Teacher

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 5 days ago

Preferred: Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field....

Toddler Teacher

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience preferred Has successfully...

PreKindergarten Teacher

  • Summerville, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: Bachelor's degree is required ; degree in Early Childhood Education preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting...

Preschool Teacher - Benefits and Training provided

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 6 days ago

TEACHER Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education?...

Preschool Teacher

  • Indian Land, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Indian Land, SC
  • 6 days ago

childhood education?...

Lead Teacher - Preschool

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 6 days ago

Childhood Education or related field preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience preferred Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Anderson, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Anderson, SC
  • 7 days ago

TITLE: Early Childhood Teacher LOCATION: Nevitt Forest Elementary School SCHOOL YEAR: 2025-2026 QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college Valid South Carolina teaching...

Early Childhood Teacher - Grade 3 (190 Days)

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Teacher - Regular Ed./ Early Childhood/Elementary Date Posted: 6/25/2025 Location: Riverbank Elementary Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in South Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in South Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
High School or GED
6.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Preschool Teachers in South Carolina
Less than 1 year
34.7%
1-2 years
32.5%
None
16.2%
2-4 years
13.8%
4-6 years
2.8%


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