Childcare Assistant Teacher

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC; Kirkland (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

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Job summary

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Wilmington, North Carolina to support Lead Teachers and nurture young learners in a safe, engaging classroom.

You will assist with age-appropriate activities, help maintain a clean and compliant space, observe children, document progress, and communicate with families daily while participating in training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to pass a background check
• Strong communication and relationship-building with families
• Physical ability to work with young children

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom
• Engage with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Observe children and share developmental notes with Lead Teacher
• Build relationships with families through daily communication
• Assist with attendance and daily reports

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Observational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood Education coursework

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Teacher - Wilmington, North Carolina

Your role

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside your Lead Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

What your day looks like:

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher
• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication
• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports

Pay and benefits

Pay: 13-15 per hour, based on experience and education. $300 Sign On Bonus

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50 % tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development

Requirements

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children

A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required . We hire for character and train for skill.