Childcare Accommodations Specialist

Love making a difference? You'll fit right in. As an accommodations specialist, 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. Our education department members play a crucial role in safety, education and support services of our precious ones. Learn more about our 50-year legacy of love & early childhood learning: Watch here

Now Hiring at:

601 East McBee Ave, Greenville, SC 29601

The position is based in Greenville, SC at the Sunshine House home office with limited travel; however, may require some visits to centers, conferences, and professional development.

Pay Range:

$17-$19 per hour

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.

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
• Referral bonus

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 training & 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%.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Accommodations Specialist is responsible for the review of special accommodations requests made by families during the enrollment process and after admissions. The Specialist will also be responsible for conducting professional development sessions with center leadership staff and teachers as well as supporting centers in continuing to provide reasonable accommodation related to meal modifications and various medical issues. Other requirements include excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and the ability to evaluate and solve problems.

Professional Knowledge

• Exceptional knowledge of developmentally-appropriate practice in early childhood
• Exceptional knowledge of widely-held expectations for children served in our early care settings
• Comprehensive knowledge of American with Disabilities Act
• Practical knowledge and use of chosen curriculum including the following: planning form and planning resources, applicable daily schedule, child portfolios as well as observations, work samples, and assessments

Professional Skills

• Demonstrated ability to provide technical assistance and consultation in early care settings
• Communicate clearly and honestly and work closely with colleagues
• Complete work with minimal supervision
• Ability to juggle a variety of duties at multiple schools at the same time
• Ability to occasionally travel to other areas when needed to help with special projects which may involve evening, weekends, or overnight stays
• Must be financially responsible and transparent with company funds
• Ability to complete required reports thoroughly and on time

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

About Us

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 www.sunshinehouse.com.

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