Childcare Classroom Aide

Excel; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with wage levels

Paid training and coaching

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 in North Carolina is seeking passionate teachers who want to grow in their careers while making a lasting difference for children and families. There is a dedicated program with Excel Creative Early Learning in a supportive team environment.

We offer competitive pay with clear wage levels based on experience and education, paid training, benefits, and a large childcare discount. The role features no nights or weekends and opportunities for advancement within the

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

Responsibilities

• Teach and support growth of young children in a classroom setting.
• Provide a safe, engaging learning environment aligned with licensing.
• Promote developmental milestones through structured activities.

Skills

Experience teaching young children

Love for teaching

Education

HS diploma or GED

ECE coursework (EDU 119 and 12+ hours)

Job description

Do you see teaching young children as more than a job? AtEarly 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!

Pay Range

$11.50 — $11.50 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.