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First Steps Assistant Teacher

Part-time

Sunshine House

Greer, SCPart-time$17/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$17/hr
Location
Greer, SC
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The First Steps Assistant Teacher supports early learning and childcare at Sunshine House’s Greer school. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, nurturing classroom, supporting children’s development, and partnering with families. Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent, ECD 101 or a related degree, and at least 30 days of paid teaching experience in a DSS-licensed daycare setting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Working With Young ChildrenBackground Check ClearanceHealth Assessment ClearanceLifting 30 LbsClassroom SafetyClassroom EngagementChild Development SupportFamily Partnership

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Diploma or Equivalent30 Days Teaching ExperienceECD 101 or Related Degree

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Childcare Teacher

Love making a difference? You'll fit right in.

As a daycare teacher, 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. Our preschool teachers play a crucial role in safety, education and child care of our precious ones. Learn more about our 50-year legacy of love & early childhood Now learning: https://youtu.be/0geByoV9ZVY

Hiring at: 2685 Dry Pocket Rd. Greer, SC 29650

Compensation & Pay Range: Starting at $17 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.

Why You’ll Love Working at The Sunshine House:

Our team is our family. You invest in our children, and we invest in you!

  • Discounted childcare

  • Same day pay available

  • Unlimited growth opportunities

  • Referral bonus

Fantastic Benefits Package:  As a part-time employee, you still qualify for lots of benefits!

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield dental and vision insurance

  • Supplemental life insurance option

  • Aflac coverage option

  • 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

  • Paid time off allowance for part-time employees working 17-29 hours/week.

  • 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 (limited to select educational institutions in Georgia). Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%.

  • 80% or more tuition assistance plus bonus incentives offered in ECE related certificate programs or degrees funded by DECAL Scholars

Requirements

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.

  • At least 30 days paid teaching experience in DSS licensed daycare setting required

  • ECD 101 or degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field required

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.

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

Benefits

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.

Discrimination Information (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)

FMLA Information

Polygraph Test Information (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/polygraph)

How this job compares

Set against the 1,026 open Assistant Teacher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$17/hr
  • US median$16–18/hr526 hourly ranges

This rate, $17/hr, is 3% below the US median midpoint ($18/hr) — in the middle half of Assistant Teacher hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 12 open Assistant Teacher jobs in South Carolina and 1,026 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Assistant Teacher postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (220 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 335 of the 1,026 open Assistant Teacher jobs (33%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 30, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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