Childcare Director in Training

Sunshine House
Winston Salem, NC

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Now is a great time to join our team. 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. And we’d love for you to be a part of our next 50 years!

Learn more about our 50-year legacy of love & learning:

Compensation & Pay Range: Salary range: $48K-$50K

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.

Now Hiring in the Winston-Salem area!

Requirements

This might be the perfect fit for you!

  • Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field required.
  • Bachelors degree in ECE or a related field preferred
  • Level 2 Admin. credential required
  • Prior management experience ad a director or asst. director in a licensed childcare setting 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!

Childcare Director in Training Responsibilities:

What’s it like in administration at our school?

  • 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

Why You’ll Love Working at The Sunshine House:

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

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

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: Your paid time off starts accruing from day one. And 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%.

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

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

FMLA Information

Polygraph Test Information

Posted 2026-08-14

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