First Steps Assistant Teacher

Sunshine House•Greer, SC

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The First Steps Assistant Teacher supports the safety, education, and care of young children at The Sunshine House’s school in Greer, South Carolina. The role involves creating a safe, healthy, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can learn, play, and grow; supporting their social and emotional development; and partnering with families through daily app updates and personal discussions. Starting pay is $17 per hour, with higher pay potentially available based on advanced education and early childhood experience. Regular increases may be considered based on additional education, performance, and years of service. The position is part-time and follows a Monday–Friday schedule. The Sunshine House describes its work as helping children build educational and social foundations through early education and childcare.

Requirements

Passion for working with young children.
At least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to pass background checks and health assessments.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds for child safety and emergencies.
At least 30 days of paid teaching experience in a DSS-licensed daycare setting.
ECD 101 or a degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field.

Nice To Haves

Advanced education and experience in early childhood education may qualify candidates for higher pay within the range.

Responsibilities

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.
Build strong partnerships with families through daily app updates and personal discussions.

Benefits

Discounted childcare.
Same-day pay available.
Unlimited growth opportunities.
Referral bonus.
Dental and vision insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Supplemental life insurance option.
Aflac coverage option.
401(k) retirement plan.
Employee wellness program.
Paid time off accrues starting on day one, with more time off earned with longer service.
Paid time off allowance for part-time employees working 17–29 hours per week.
Employee discounts on major brands such as Verizon.
Paid birthday holiday.
Paid required professional development and training.
CDA program funding and support for the TEACH program.
Up to 95% tuition assistance for CDA, associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s programs through TEACH, limited to select educational institutions in Georgia; eligible bonuses may increase funding to over 100%.
At least 80% tuition assistance plus bonus incentives for ECE-related certificate programs or degrees funded by DECAL Scholars.