Childcare Aide

Excel Learning Center; Leland (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

No nights or weekends

Job summary

A leading early childhood education center in Leland, North Carolina, is looking for a passionate Classroom Aide to assist in nurturing and educating young children. The ideal candidate should be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have experience in childcare. The role offers competitive pay of $12 per hour, paid training, and a supportive team culture. Join a community focused on making a lasting impact in children’s lives and grow your career in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in early childhood education preferred.
• Passion for nurturing and educating young children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision and care of children.
• Support lead teachers in classroom activities.
• Ensure a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience teaching young children

Love for teaching

Ability to meet childcare 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 invite enthusiastic Classroom Aides to join our amazing team! If you have previous childcare experience, that’s a fantastic bonus! To qualify, you just need to be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma. Come be a part of something special!

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
• 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.