Childcare Teacher

Foundations Early Learning Center; Inman (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Birthday holiday

Monday-Friday schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Foundations Early Learning Center is hiring a Childcare Teacher to create a safe, nurturing classroom that encourages hands‑on STEAM learning and growth. You will support early education through the Creative Curriculum and communicate with families using our app.

The role values ongoing professional development, paid trainings, and opportunities for tuition assistance through TEACH programs. A Monday‑Friday schedule and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
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• ECD 101 preferred.
• Previous experience working in licensed childcare.
• Ability to pass background checks and health assessments.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

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 learning through STEAM learning and the Creative Curriculum.
• Use our app to communicate and build relationships with families.

Skills

Licensed childcare experience

Background checks

Able to lift 30 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ECD 101 preferred

Job description

Childcare Teacher

Join a Team That’s Making a Difference!

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for more than just a job? Come grow with us at Foundations Early Learning Center! At Foundations, we do things differently – our classrooms are alive with hands‑on, STEAM‑focused learning, and we invest just as much in our daycare teachers as we do in our students -- with generous PTO, birthday holiday, paid training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement.

Position Available At:

1235 Parkside Acorn Drive

Hourly Pay Range:

$15-$18 per hour

Pay is determined by the level of education and years of experience. Pay increases with continued education, performance and years of service.

Highlights From Our Stellar Benefits:

Competitive Pay:

• Regular pay increases

• Same day pay available

Insurance Package:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental & vision

• Company-paid life insurance

• 401K retirement plan

• Employee wellness program

• Optional programs like Aflac and short-term disability insurance
  

Education Support:

• 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%.

Additional Perks:

• Discounted childcare

• Paid time off

• Birthday holiday

• Monday-Friday schedule

• Additional paid time off with years of service

• Employee discounts on major brands like Verizon

• Unlimited growth opportunities

• Passion for working with young children.

• At least 18-years-old.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• ECD 101 preferred.

• Previous experience working in licensed childcare.

• Ability to pass background checks & health assessments.

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. for child safety and emergencies.

Teacher 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 learning through STEAM learning and the Creative Curriculum.

• Use our app to communicate and build relationships with families.

About Foundations Early Learning Center:

We help children reach their full potential, with school readiness, socialization, literacy, problem-solving, self-esteem and other life skills at the center of our focus. Foundations provides premier infant, toddler, preschool, Pre-K, school-age, and summer camp programs for children 6 weeks to 12 years. Our programs utilize the nationally-recognized, award-winning Creative Curriculum® with a focus on STEAM in our classrooms.

Our Vision:

Empowering children to realize their full potential.

Our Mission:

To enrich children’s lives through meaningful, innovative early learning experiences.

www.foundationselc.com

Foundations is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Foundations follows state and federal labor laws. Follow the links below to learn about Discrimination, FMLA, and Polygraph protections. Information on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school.

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