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Assistant Teacher – Early Childhood Education
Location: Excel Early Learning Jacksonville, NC
Now Hiring: Assistant Teacher!
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive? We’re looking for a dedicated and caring Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Jacksonville, NC!
As a Lead Teacher, you’ll create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children can build confidence, develop new skills, and love learning.
What We’re Looking For
To qualify for this position, you must have:
EDU 119 plus 3 semester hours of Early Childhood Education coursework, or a current CDA
At least 1 year of experience working in a licensed child care center
A genuine passion for working with young children
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
A nurturing, dependable, and positive approach to teaching
What You’ll Do
Provide a safe, loving, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Assist in Planning and implement engaging learning experiences and activities
Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
Build positive relationships with children and families
Maintain a well-organized, welcoming classroom
Work collaboratively with fellow educators and center leadership
Follow all center policies, licensing requirements, and health and safety guidelines
Stay & Earn Bonus Program
Join our team by December 15th and earn up to $1,000 as a full-time employee!
Full-Time Employees:
$500 after 90 days
Additional $500 after 6 months
Earn up to $1,000!
Part-Time Employees:
$250 after 90 days
Additional $250 after 6 months
Earn up to $500!
Bonus eligibility and payment are subject to program requirements.
Why Join Us?
You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children every day while working alongside a team that values quality early childhood education, collaboration, and professional growth.
If you’re ready to bring your passion for early childhood education to our Jacksonville team, we’d love to meet you!
Apply today and start your journey with us
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.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $12.00 - $13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you taken EDU 119?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14