Assistant Teacher

Excel Learning Center; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays and time off

401K with company match

Paid training and ongoing coaching

Job summary

Excel Learning Center in Jacksonville, North Carolina is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher who is passionate about teaching young children. You will play a crucial role in helping shape the future while receiving competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will have completed EDU 119 and possess experience in a childcare setting. Join a supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth within early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Completed EDU 119 and 12+ hours of ECE coursework.
• Experience in teaching young children.

Responsibilities

• Educators shape the future by teaching young children.
• Support children's growth in a childcare environment.

Skills

Teaching young children

Classroom management

Communication

Ability to meet licensing requirements

Education

High school diploma or GED

EDU 119

12+ hours of ECE coursework

Job description

Do you see teaching young children as more than a job? At Early Learning Academies our teachers are educators who shape the future every single day. We’re looking for passionate, qualified teachers who want to grow in their careers while making a lasting difference for children and families.

There is a special place for you to be a part of the Early Learning Academies (ELA) community with Excel Creative Early Learning!

Hi there! We’re excited to announce that we’re on the lookout for a wonderful Assistant Teacher to join our team! If you’ve completed EDU 119 along with some additional ECE classes, have experience working in a childcare center, and are at least 18 years old with a high school diploma, we would love to hear from you!

Pay Range: $12 - $14 USD

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay with clear wage levels for your experience & education
• Paid training, ongoing coaching and in-service learning to strengthen your classroom practice.
• Affordable health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and Paid Time off
• 401K with company match
• No nights or weekends — ever
• A supportive, family-like team culture

What It Takes to Join Us

• At least 18 years old with a HS diploma or GED
• EDU 119 and 12+ hours of ECE coursework (or currently enrolled and working toward it)
• Experience teaching young children
• A love for teaching young children and supporting their growth
• Ability to meet all state and federal childcare licensing requirements

Grow With Us

We believe in promoting from within. Many of our Lead Teachers move into Mentor, Assistant Director, and Center Director roles. Your career path in early childhood education can start right here.

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.