Experienced Childcare Assistant

Creative Playrooms; Morehead City (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid holidays & PTO

401K with company match

Childcare discount

No nights or weekends

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Early Learning Academies in Morehead City, NC is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support early childhood growth. At least 18 years old with HS diploma or GED, EDU 119 or 12+ hours ECE coursework, and 2 years of childcare experience preferred. Paid training and a supportive team await.

There is a wage range of $13–$15.50 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within the Excel Creative Early Learning community.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching young children
• 2 years of verifiable childcare center experience preferred
• HS diploma or GED and ECE coursework required or in progress

Responsibilities

• Teacher will educate and support early childhood development
• Comply with state licensing requirements and center policies
• Foster a loving, safe learning environment
• Participate in ongoing training and coaching
• Promote family engagement and communication

Skills

Teaching young children

Childcare experience

Dedication to growth

Education

HS diploma or GED

ECE coursework (12+ hours)

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 currently seeking an experienced Assistant Teacher to join our dedicated team. While we prefer candidates who have completed EDU 119, we encourage applicants with 2 years of verifiable childcare center experience to apply. We would love to meet you!

Pay Range

$13—$15.50 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._