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Build Your Future With
C.A.R.E.
A Career Filled With Compassion, Appreciation, Respect & Excellence

Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Charleston, SC

We Work With The BEST!

Our Operations Manager, Da’Mya Brown Was Named ABC Quality’s Child Care Hero Of The Month In October 2025

Make A Difference For Local Families

Every day, you’ll play an important role in the futures of local children while supporting families who deeply value education and care. Your work has meaning, and your impact lasts a lifetime.
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Join A Diverse, Inclusive Community Of Educators

At C.A.R.E Academy, you’ll be part of a team that lifts one another up. Our staff represents many backgrounds and experiences, and we’re united in our commitment to creating a welcoming environment for every child — and every teacher.

Take Your Chance To Shine Creatively

Bring your passion and creativity into the classroom with engaging lessons and playful activities. You’ll have the freedom to design fun, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and help children grow.
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Enjoy Paid Vacation To Recharge

Your well-being matters to us. That’s why we provide four weeks of paid vacation each year, including one week of PTO, one week for Spring Break, and two weeks for Winter Break — so you can rest, recharge, and spend time with family.

Benefit From Discounted Childcare

If you have little ones of your own, you’ll love our 20% childcare discount. Your children get the same loving, high-quality care you provide for others, all while you save on tuition.
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Join A Team Built With C.A.R.E.

Open Positions

C.A.R.E. Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Infant Teacher. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to support the growth and development of young learners, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

  • Greet and develop relationships with Parents and Students
  • Supervise and monitor safety of children
  • Help children keep good hygiene
  • Routine Care (Diaper changes/Potty)
  • Daily Report in Playground
  • Lesson planning using Teaching Strategies
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Nurture Children
  • Enhance Children’s growth and development
  • ASQ Assessments
  • Assist children in creating healthy eating habits
  • Keep classroom and materials clean and sanitized
  • Maintain DSS/ABC/CACFP/First Steps Training Hours
  • Maintain Center/DSS/ABC/CACFP/First Steps Regulations
  • Organize classroom/centers
  • All other duties as deemed necessary

Responsibilities:

Supportive Learning Environment: Create a positive and inclusive learning environment for infant students.

Collaborative Teaching: Implement curriculum and activities that align with the developmental needs of infant children.

Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one and small group support to students fostering a personalized approach to learning.

Classroom Organization: Maintain an organized and engaging classroom space conducive to active participation and exploration.

Communication: Effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and other team members to ensure cohesive support for each child’s educational journey.

Adaptability: Embrace flexibility in assisting with various tasks as needed, contributing to the overall success of the classroom.

 

Qualifications:

Educational Background: A minimum of an associate degree in early childhood education or a related field or working towards it.

Experience: Previous experience working in an educational setting, particularly with preschool-aged children, is preferred.

Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other instructional staff to enhance the learning experience for students.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and colleagues.

Passion for Early Education: A genuine passion for contributing to the educational and social development of young children.

Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to the evolving needs of a classroom setting.

If you are a motivated and caring individual with a commitment to early childhood education, we encourage you to apply for our Infant Teacher position at C.A.R.E. Academy.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, educational philosophy, and why you are well-suited for this role. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Infant Teacher to our team who shares our commitment to providing exceptional care and education to our young learners.

Charleston, SC, United States | FULL-TIME | $15.00-20.00 per hour

Are you a compassionate, motivated person who adores children and wants to break into the field of early childhood education? We’re looking for people like you who want to begin or advance a career providing classroom support to teachers and brightening the lives of the littlest learners.

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

  • Are friendly, dependable, and willing to work as an integral part of a classroom team
  • Desire ECE work experience and professional development opportunities
  • Can communicate respectfully with students, colleagues, parents, and administrators
  • Are physically able to complete the tasks necessary to care for small children, and
  • Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning

then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

C.A.R.E. Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Floater. If you are passionate about early childhood education, enjoy being active, and love the idea of supporting young learners across multiple classrooms and age groups, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys flexibility in their daily routine, and takes joy in being hands-on with children. Floaters play a key role in ensuring smooth classroom transitions, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, and stepping in where support is needed most.

If you’re energetic, adaptable, and excited to be part of a team that values care, learning, and play—we’d love to meet you!

  • Greet and develop relationships with Parents and Students
  • Supervise and monitor safety of children
  • Help children keep good hygiene
  • Routine Care (Diaper changes/Potty)
  • Daily Report in Playground
  • Follow and implement lesson plans
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Nurture Children
  • Enhance Children’s growth and development
  • Assist children in creating healthy eating habits
  • Keep classroom and materials clean and sanitized
  • Maintain DSS/ABC/CACFP/First Steps Training Hours
  • Maintain Center/DSS/ABC/CACFP/First Steps Regulations
  • Organize classroom/centers
  • All other duties as deemed necessary

Responsibilities:

Supportive Learning Environment: Support the needs of the classroom.

Collaborative Teaching: Implement curriculum and activities that align with the developmental needs of infant children. .

Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one and small group support to students who have been identified by the teacher as needing further support.

Classroom Organization: Maintain an organized and engaging classroom space conducive to active participation and exploration.

Communication: Effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and other team members to ensure cohesive support for each child’s educational journey.

Adaptability: Embrace flexibility in assisting with various tasks as needed, contributing to the overall success of the classroom.

 

Qualifications:

Educational Background: A minimum of a High school diploma, Associates Degree or coursework towards degree is highly desirable.

Experience: Previous experience working in an educational setting, particularly with all ages, is preferred.

Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other instructional staff to enhance the learning experience for students.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and colleagues.

Passion for Early Education: A genuine passion for contributing to the educational and social development of young children.

Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to the evolving needs of a classroom setting.

If you are a motivated and caring individual with a commitment to early childhood education, we encourage you to apply for our Floater position at C.A.R.E. Academy.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, educational philosophy, and why you are well-suited for this role. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated floater to our team who shares our commitment to providing exceptional care and education to our young learners.

Charleston, SC, United States | FULL-TIME | $15.00-18.00 per hour

Date posted: October 22, 2025

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Responsible for:

  • Preparing breakfast, lunch and snack according to planned menu
  • Assures all meals are served according to planned schedule
  • Mark menu with revisions as needed
  • Take out Kitchen trash/recyclables
  • Learn and follow CACFP and DSS Regulations
  • Take inventory of food items
  • Cleaning, sanitization and organization of kitchen
  • Unloading of food items delivered and checking against purchase order
  • Keeping cups labeled
  • Adhering to allergy plans
  • Other duties as necessary:
  • Preparing meals for field trips
  • Preparing food tastings for classrooms

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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