Daycare Teacher The Sweetpea Experience Augusta, GA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $11 - $16 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Childcare Qualifications CPR Certification Interpersonal skills Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Associate's degree Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Job Summary Early Childhood Teacher (Infants, Toddlers, Preschool & Pre-K)

Location:

Augusta, Georgia Pay:

Based on education and experience Join Our Team! We are seeking caring, dependable, and enthusiastic teachers to join our licensed early learning center. We have opportunities available in our Infant, Toddler (2's), Preschool (3-4's), and Pre-K (5's) classrooms. If you are passionate about helping children learn through play while providing a safe and nurturing environment, we'd love to meet you! Responsibilities Provide a safe, loving, and engaging learning environment for children. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities aligned with Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS). Supervise children at all times while maintaining a positive classroom environment. Foster children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers. Maintain daily classroom records, lesson plans, and child assessments as required. Ensure classrooms remain clean, organized, and compliant with Georgia Bright from the Start licensing regulations. Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, handwashing, and classroom routines as appropriate for the age group. Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and ongoing training. Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old. High school diploma or GED required. Experience working in a licensed child care center is preferred. CDA, Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC), Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred but not required. Strong communication and classroom management skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Dependable, positive, patient, and passionate about early childhood education. Requirements Must pass Georgia Bright from the Start background check requirements. Current CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain after hire. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with children throughout the day. Must meet all Georgia licensing requirements for child care employees. Benefits Competitive pay based on education and experience. Professional development opportunities. Supportive leadership and team environment. Employee child care discount (if applicable). Opportunities for advancement within the center. Schedule Monday through Friday No weekends Preferred Skills Experience with lesson planning and classroom management. Knowledge of GELDS and Georgia Bright from the Start regulations. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to create engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences. Why Work With Us? We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Our teachers are valued members of our team, and we are committed to supporting their professional growth while making a positive impact on the lives of children and families every day. Apply today and help shape the future—one child at a time!

Pay:

$11.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person