Childcare Aide

Little People's Landing; Leland (MS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

401K with company match

Childcare discount

No nights or weekends

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Early Learning Academies is seeking a friendly classroom aide to join our team in Mississippi. We’re looking for someone who is 18 years or older, has a high school diploma or GED, and is available to work a 9-6 shift from Monday to Friday.

You’ll support teachers and help young children grow in a caring classroom environment. Required EDU 119 and 12+ hours of ECE coursework (or currently enrolled) along with experience teaching young children.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Love for teaching young children and supporting their growth.
• Ability to meet all state and federal childcare licensing requirements.

Skills

Experience teaching young children

Education

HS diploma or GED

ECE coursework EDU 119 (12+ hours)

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 wonderful team!

If you’re 18 years or older, have a high school diploma, and are available to work a 9-6 shift from Monday to Friday, we would absolutely love to hear from you—especially if you have a passion for working with children!

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._