Preschool Assistant Teacher

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking an Early Childhood Development Practitioner to implement a developmentally appropriate preschool program for an inclusive group of children. The role includes supervising undergraduate students and ensuring alignment with BK curriculum standards and state licensing requirements.

The position supports ECU’s mission in education, research, and community service and offers a Monday–Friday schedule in a full-time role at ECU in Greenville, NC.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related childcare experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Prefer experience in high quality childcare programs.

Responsibilities

• Implement a curriculum with children who have typical and atypical development.
• Deliver a developmentally appropriate program with attention to BK curriculum standards and state licensing.
• Supervise undergraduate students in classroom observations and practicum experiences.

Skills

Childcare experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Classification Title 13800 Early Childhood Development Practitioner

Competency Level 2 - Journey

Working Title

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 2

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $35,498 - $43,867

Anticipated Hiring Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Anticipated Hiring Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $35,498 - $38,564

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency NC01

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday

Work Hours

Position Location (City)

Job Category

Job Category Staff

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East Carolina University ( ECU ) is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C. , which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU’s commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university’s leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The College of Health and Human Sciences at East Carolina University is committed to improving the quality of life and health of individuals, families, and communities across North Carolina and beyond. Through its certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, the College prepares students to deliver professional and clinical services, conduct impactful research, and develop innovative, real-world solutions that promote healthier lives and lasting positive change.

The College values experiential learning, with faculty and students working side by side in classrooms, clinics, laboratories, and community settings to advance excellence in education, research, and service. Students are empowered to discover their purpose while preparing for meaningful careers that improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance health and wellness in a wide range of professional fields.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position requires that a highly qualified early childhood teacher implement a curriculum with children who have typical and atypical development and deliver a developmentally appropriate program with attention to the standards of the BK early childhood curriculum, state licensing requirements, and NAEYC standards. The position will plan and implement a model preschool program for an inclusive group of preschool children that complies with all health, safety, and educational best practices for young children; supervise and mentor undergraduate students assigned to the classroom for observation and practicum experiences; complete assessment and other reports as needed; and provide service to the profession, community, and university.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related childcare experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Successful experience in high quality childcare program.

License or Certification required by the Department

None

Additional Instructions to Applicant

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/09/2026

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADaa ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail] .

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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