First Steps 4K Teacher - job 1 of 4
Childcare Teacher
Love making a difference? You'll fit right in.
There’s something truly special about knowing you’re shaping a child’s future. When you join The Sunshine House family, you’re not just taking a job—you’re making an impact.
Now is a great time to join our team. For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been nurturing young minds and helping children thrive. Our teachers are the foundation of who we are, and the heart of our success. And we’d love for you to be a part of our next 50 years! Learn more about our 50-year legacy of love & learning: https://youtu.be/0geByoV9ZVY
Position Available At: 804 South Danzler Road, Duncan SC 29334
Compensation & Pay Range: $17-$19 per hour
Candidates with advanced education and experience in early childhood education may qualify for higher pay within the range. Regular increases are considered with additional education, stellar performance, and years of service.
First Steps Teacher Responsibilities:
What’s it like to be a teacher at our school?
- Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
- Create an engaging classroom where children can learn, play and grow.
- Support children’s social and emotional development.
- Foster a love of learning through Creative Curriculum and our Brain Connect programs.
- Build strong partnerships with families through daily app updates and personal discussions.
- Implement the SC state First Steps 4K curriculum to prepare children for success in kindergarten
- Foster relationships with children and provide a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
- Document and share with families the important milestones in a child’s day using our app.
- Welcome families and engage them in conversation about their child's education and development.
- Have fun and work as part of a supportive team!
This might be the perfect fit for you!
- Passion for working with young children.
- At least 18-years-old.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to pass background checks & health assessments.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. for child safety and emergencies.
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or related field required. It is acceptable to have an Associate's Degree, but must be enrolled and/or working towards a Bachelor's Degree.
- At least 6 months of experience at a licensed childcare center preferred.
Why You’ll Love Working at The Sunshine House:
Our team is our family. You invest in our children, and we invest in you!
- Competitive Pay: The pay range is just the starting point. Our hiring managers carefully consider your experience, credentials, & education and complete annual salary evaluations. Ask about how we support advancement (like tuition reimbursement) that may increase your pay.
- Discounted childcare
- Same day pay available
- Unlimited growth opportunities
- Referral bonus
- Fantastic Benefits Package: You have lots of choices for health, dental, vision, and other benefits such as AFLAC. Choices afford you control over how you’d like to receive your healthcare, and how much you want to pay for it.
- Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield plans
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401K retirement plan
- Employee wellness program
- Work-Life Balance: Your paid time off starts accruing from day one. And the longer you stay with the company, the more time off you earn – including 7 paid holidays.
- Monday-Friday schedule
- Employee discounts on major brands like Verizon
- Paid Birthday holiday
- Education Supports: All required professional development is paid. Interested in continuing your education? We pay for the CDA program and support TEACH.
- Paid trainings & professional development
- Up to 95% FREE tuition for CDA, associate's, bachelor's or master's programs with the TEACH program. Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%.
About The Sunshine House:
For 50 years, The Sunshine House has provided high-quality early education and childcare for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We operate more than 100 schools across 7 states, helping children build a solid educational and social foundation while having fun. Learn more at www.sunshinehouse.com.
Hear From Our Happy Teammates:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I love coming to work every day because I truly enjoy my job, my coworkers, and the wonderful children we serve!” - Columbia, SC
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Sunshine House is a supportive and welcoming environment where we work together to provide the best care for our little ones.” - Stockbridge, GA
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “My supervisors have always supported my growth here. It’s one of the best work environments I’ve ever experienced!” - Little Elm, TX
Join our team today and start a rewarding career in early childhood education!
The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The Sunshine House prides itself on closely following state and federal laws designed to keep you protected. Follow the links below to learn about Discrimination, FMLA, and Polygraph protections. Information on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school.
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Founded in 1975, The Sunshine House provides specialized learning programs for young children, from infancy through the early school years. It is based in Dacatur, Georgia.
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