Childcare Director in Training

Love making a difference? You'll fit right in. 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. For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been nurturing young minds and helping children thrive. Our teachers are the foundation of who we are, and the heart of our success. Learn more about our 50-year legacy of love & learning.

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.

Pay

Salary range: $17-$20 per hour PLUS FREE childcare. 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.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• Prior management experience in licensed childcare required
• Proficient computer skills in a variety of business-related programs, including Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel to area locations
• At least 21 years old
• A passion for providing high-quality care and education

Responsibilities

• Working in conjunction with a training director, help oversee the daily operations of childcare school in accordance with state licensing and company policies, including administrative, operational, financial, and logistical functions of the facility
• Help manage the daily operations of childcare school, ensuring we meet state licensing requirements and company policies
• Perform administrative duties, give impactful tours to families, maintain records, ensure state licensing/policy compliance, and help keep everything running smoothly
• Partner with families to provide the best care and education for their children
• Support teachers in implementing our curriculum, enabling developmentally appropriate classrooms that spark curiosity and growth
• Nurture positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing representatives, and the community
• Work in the classroom when needed to assist and support staff
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, and others

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: The pay range is just the starting point. Our hiring managers carefully consider your experience, credentials, & education and complete annual salary evaluations. Ask about how we support advancement (like tuition reimbursement) that may increase your pay.
• Discounted childcare
• Same day pay available
• Unlimited growth opportunities
• Referral bonus
• Fantastic Benefits Package: You have lots of choices for health, dental, vision, and other benefits such as AFLAC. Choices afford you control over how you'd like to receive your healthcare, and how much you want to pay for it.
  • Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield plans
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Employee wellness program
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Paid time off starts accruing from day one. The longer you stay with the company, the more time off you earn—including 7 paid holidays.
  • 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. Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%.

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