One-year old Assistant Teacher

About the role

First Baptist Child Development Center in North Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking a qualified One-year old Assistant Teacher to work with infants and toddlers in a faith-based program environment. This position requires a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred.

We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our team and help create a nurturing, faith-filled environment for our one-year-olds.

In this role, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and Directors to design engaging play experiences, lead Bible stories and worship songs, and facilitate hands-on learning activities.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and their families, and we encourage applicants who are passionate about early childhood development through the lens of faith.

Our ideal candidate is a dependable, patient, and enthusiastic individual with strong communication skills, a team-oriented spirit, and a genuine love for children.

Responsibilities

• Support the growth and development of toddlers through engaging play experiences and activities.
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and progress updates.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-prepared classroom, including proper sanitation and inventory of supplies.
• Absorb daily routines and transitions, ensuring the smooth operation of the childcare setting.
• Implement faith-based learning through Bible stories, prayer, music, and activities designed for young children.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain a commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Follow all center policies, procedures, and South Carolina childcare licensing regulations.
• Work closely with the Lead Teacher to prepare materials and set up learning environments.
• Supervise and engage children during instructional and free-play times.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Support individualized learning and classroom inclusion practices.

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree or some college coursework in education, child development, or related field (preferred)
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months experience in a licensed childcare center (1 year preferred)
• Skills & Abilities: Proven teamwork and collaboration in a classroom or center-based setting, high energy, patience, and enthusiasm for working with young children, understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices, strong communication and interpersonal skills, physical capability of lifting and carrying toddlers (20–30 lbs), ability to follow teacher instructions and maintain classroom routines, organizational skills and attention to detail

Additional Requirements

• Must clear a full background check and fingerprint clearance
• Must pass a health screening
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification (a plus)

Benefits

This One-year old Assistant Teacher role pays $15 to $17/Hr.

The position is Full Time.