Daycare/Preschool Teacher

Chestnut • Springfield, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool is hiring Preschool Assistant and/or Lead Floater teachers at its educational preschool in Springfield, Missouri. Teachers work in a child-care environment centered on play as a foundation for children’s development. The company describes a nurturing, family-oriented workplace that values servant leadership, teamwork, and opportunities for career growth and professional development. The role offers a salary of $15–$17 per hour.

Requirements

• Positive and reliable work ethic.
• Passion for working with children and interest in a long-term position.
• Teamwork mindset.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work full-time and flexibility with scheduling.
• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Work with children in the preschool classroom as an assistant and/or lead floater.
• Help provide educational care and contribute to children’s development.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, their families, and co-workers.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Discounted childcare tuition.
• 401(k).
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Free continuing education training.
• Referral bonuses.
• Occasional free lunches and snacks through fun contest perks.
• Career development and support toward qualifying for a preschool teaching career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed