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Location

Wilmington, North Carolina

Salary

$16 - $20 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for educating young children and shaping their future through daily classroom practice. They must support the growth of children and families while maintaining state and federal licensing requirements.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a HS diploma, EDU 119, and 12+ hours of ECE coursework. At least 2 years of experience working in a childcare center is required.

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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 a qualified Lead Teacher.
  • To qualify for this position, candidates must have completed EDU 119 along with a minimum of 12 additional semester hours of Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes.
  • A degree in ECE, child development, or a related field is preferred.
  • Additionally, candidates should have at least 2 years of experience working in a childcare center.
  • This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, and we appreciate candidates who have flexibility in their shifts!
  • Pay Range $15.50—$20 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.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • 401k with company match
  • Competitive pay
  • Ongoing coaching
  • In-service learning
  • Employee childcare discount