Excel Learning Center·Morehead City, North Carolina
The teacher will provide care and education for young children during before and after school hours. They are responsible for supporting child growth and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.
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!
Hi there!
We're excited to announce that we are on the lookout for a PreK (Before & After School) Teacher to join our wonderful team!
This position features a wrap schedule and requires candidates to have a high school diploma and be at least 18 years old.
We’re also looking for someone with 2 years of verifiable experience in a licensed center, and if you haven’t completed EDU 119 yet, no worries!
We’re happy to support you in completing it upon hire.
We can’t wait to hear from you!
Pay Range $13.50—$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.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and have 2 years of verifiable experience in a licensed center. Completion of EDU 119 and 12+ hours of ECE coursework is required or must be in progress.
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