J-Bear Child Development Center·Mooresville, North Carolina
Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment while implementing curriculum to support children's learning and development. Collaborate with team members and families to document student progress and ensure high-quality early learning experiences.
Our 4-star rated Child Development Center offers loving care for your infants and toddlers.
With skill building exercises and age-specific activities focusing on motor skills development, your child receives a solid foundation for preschool.
Our top-rated Preschool, After School and Summer School Age programs prepare your child for academic success.
We offer lessons focused on mathematics, science, and the arts for a well-rounded learning experience.
We use Letterland to prepare our rising 4- and 5-year-olds for kindergarten.
As an educator, you’ll create a safe, engaging classroom where children grow, learn, and build confidence each day. Through curriculum implementation, positive guidance, and strong partnerships with families and your team, you’ll deliver consistent, high-quality early learning experience. WHAT YOU WILL DO Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment and ensure compliance with safety and ratio requirements Lead activities that support children’s learning and development Provide active supervision and guide behavior through positive reinforcement Support daily routines, including meals, naps, and transitions Observe, document, and share student progress with families Collaborate with your team to deliver consistent, high-quality classroom experience Each day is an opportunity to positively impact a child’s growth and early learning experience. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We’re seeking educators who are committed, collaborative, and motivated to make a difference in early childhood education. You’ll be a great fit if you: Bring a genuine passion for working with young children Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and team members Embrace learning, feedback, and ongoing professional growth Show up reliable, prepared, and ready to contribute each day Adapt easily in a dynamic, fast-paced classroom environment Create inclusive, welcoming spaces where every child feels valued
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred. Minimum 1–2 years of teaching experience in a preschool or early childhood setting preferred. Knowledge of state licensing requirements and classroom compliance expectations. Must meet all state-specific education, certification (including CPR/First Aid, where required), licensing, and regulatory requirements, including the ability to pass a background check and complete ongoing professional development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, and team members. Must be at least 18 years of age WHAT YOU’LL GET Competitive pay Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay Discounted childcare Medical, dental, and vision benefits Option to purchase various voluntary insurance plans 401(k) options Ongoing leadership development and career growth opportunities
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a degree in Early Childhood Education and 1-2 years of experience preferred. Candidates must meet state licensing requirements, pass a background check, and hold CPR/First Aid certifications.
Market context
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