Daycare/Preschool Teacher
About The Position
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool is hiring teachers for assistant positions in its Infants, Twos, Preschool, and Pre-k classrooms in Springfield, Missouri. The school emphasizes play as a foundation for children’s development and offers a nurturing, professional environment within a family-owned business. Teachers make a direct difference in children’s lives and build relationships with families and coworkers. The company offers opportunities for professional growth and development, including support to help employees qualify for preschool teaching careers. The stated salary is $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.
- Interest in growing professionally with the company.
Responsibilities
- Support teaching in an assigned classroom: Infants, Twos, Preschool, or Pre-k.
- Work with children and contribute to their development through the school’s play-based educational approach.
- Build meaningful relationships with children’s families and coworkers.
- Contribute to a positive, nurturing, team-oriented environment.
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.
- No nights and no weekends.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
