Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Morgan's Early Learning Centers; Leland (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid training & coaching

Paid holidays & PTO

401K with matching

Childcare discount

No nights or weekends

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Early Learning Academies in Leland, NC is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support infants and toddlers in a licensed center. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of hands-on experience with young children.

EDU 119 and additional ECE coursework are a plus, with opportunities for growth within the organization. We offer a competitive pay range, training and in-service learning, health benefits, paid holidays and PTO, a 401K with company match, and a strong, family-like

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2 years of experience in a licensed center.
• Hands-on experience with infants and toddlers in a classroom setting.
• EDU 119 and related ECE coursework are a plus and may be supported after hire.

Skills

Experience teaching children

Infant & toddler classroom

Hands-on care

Education

High school diploma

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!

Exciting Opportunity Alert! Excel Early Learning Leland is thrilled to invite you to join our amazing team as an Assistant Teacher!

Are you ready to make a difference? To qualify, all you need is a high school diploma and 2 years of experience in a licensed center. Plus, we’re looking for someone with hands‑on experience in an infant and toddler classroom.

While we prefer candidates who have completed EDU 119 and additional ECE courses, we’re more than happy to support your immediate completion upon hire. Let’s grow together!

Pay Range

$12—$14 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.