Childcare Aide

Excel; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays and time off

401K with company match

Large employee childcare discount

Job summary

Excel is seeking a friendly classroom aide to join the Early Learning Academies (ELA) in Jacksonville, North Carolina. In this role, you will assist in the classroom, supporting young children's growth and education. Ideal candidates are at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and experience in childcare.

Benefits include competitive pay, paid training, health benefits, and a supportive team culture. This position offers opportunities for career advancement within early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old with a HS diploma or GED.
• Must possess knowledge of state and federal childcare licensing requirements.
• Prior teaching experience with young children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the classroom with young children.
• Support children's growth and educational engagement.
• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements.

Skills

Experience working in a childcare center

Passion for teaching young children

Ability to meet licensing requirements

Education

High school diploma or GED

EDU 119 and 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!

We are excited to announce that we are looking for a friendly classroom aide to join our amazing team!

To be considered for this role, you'll need to be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, and possess some experience working in a childcare center. We can't wait to meet you!

Pay Range $12 — $12 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
• Large employee childcare discount
• 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.