First Steps Assistant Teacher

Sunshine House•Easley, SC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The First Steps Assistant Teacher supports the safety, education, and care of young children at The Sunshine House’s Easley, South Carolina location. The role involves providing a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment; creating an engaging classroom where children can learn, play, and grow; and supporting their social and emotional development and love of learning. Teachers build partnerships with families through daily app updates and personal discussions. The role requires at least 30 days of paid teaching experience in a DSS-licensed daycare setting, as well as ECD 101 or a degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field. The position starts at $17 per hour, with higher pay potentially available based on advanced education and experience. The posting describes a Monday–Friday schedule and notes that part-time employees working 17–29 hours per week receive a paid time-off allowance.

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 lbs. 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.

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 that begins accruing from day one, with more time off earned with longer service.
Paid time-off allowance for part-time employees working 17–29 hours per week.
Paid birthday holiday.
Employee discounts on major brands such as Verizon.
Required professional development and trainings are paid.
Tuition support for the CDA program and TEACH.
Up to 95% tuition coverage for CDA, associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s programs through TEACH at 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.