Assistant Childcare Director

Excel Learning Center; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

No nights or weekends

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Excel Creative Early Learning, part of Early Learning Academies (ELA), is hiring an Assistant Center Director in Wilmington, NC. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in early childhood education with teaching focus and a Lead Teacher qualification is essential.

Leadership experience is highly valued for guiding staff and programs. The center offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Early Childhood education with focus on teaching.
• Lead Teacher qualification essential.
• Leadership experience highly valued for this role.

Skills

Teamwork

Caring attitude

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Join Excel Creative Early Learning, part of Early Learning Academies (ELA), and do work that matters to children, families, and your community. From our classrooms to the roles that keep our centers running, every position contributes to a welcoming, caring environment. We’re looking for team members who value teamwork, bring a caring attitude, and take pride in what they do.

We are seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Assistant Center Director. The ideal applicant will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Early Childhood education, with a focus on teaching. A Lead Teacher qualification is essential, and candidates with a degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) are preferred. Additionally, previous leadership experience is highly valued in this role.

Pay Range

$17.50 - $20 USD

Support for Your Work and Your Future

At Excel Creative Early Learning, we invest in the people who help our centers thrive. Our team members have access to paid training, ongoing coaching, and opportunities to develop their skills. We value internal talent and encourage employees to explore advancement opportunities as they become available.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and education
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• No nights or weekends
• A collaborative, supportive team environment

Benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Take Your Next Step

There is more than one path to a meaningful career in early childhood education. Review the requirements for this position above and tell us how your background and strengths could contribute to our team.

Early Learning Academies (ELA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.