EHS Teacher

Little Giants Learning Academy; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Childcare discount

No nights or weekends

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Early Learning Academies is looking for passionate teachers who see teaching young children as a calling. Our educators shape the future every day, working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers under the Early Head Start framework.

We offer an emergent curriculum, a 7:30am–4:30pm schedule, ongoing professional development, strong childcare discounts (50% infant/toddler, 75% preschool), and a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision, 401k).

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year experience in childcare.
• CDA (Infant/Toddler) or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Able to pass background and hiring requirements.

Skills

Childcare experience

Background check clearance

Education

CDA Infant/Toddler or Associate degree in ECE

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!

Early Head Start

programs promote the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of infants and toddlers through safe and developmentally enriching caregiving. This prepares these children for continued growth and development and eventual success in school and life.

What We Offer Our Teachers:

• Our wonderful company emergent curriculum that empowers teachers to teach to the child and what the children want to learn
• Convenient schedule of 7:30am-4:30pm Mon-Fri
• Opportunity for professional development paid for by the company through our partnership with Early Learning Ventures, in addition to state trainings
• Unmatched, generous employee childcare discount (50% off for infants and toddlers, 75% for preschool and school age)
• Competitive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision and 401k

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience in childcare.
• CDA (Infant/Toddler) or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Able to pass background and hiring requirements.

Pay Range

$45,865—$47,865 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._