Excel Learning Center·Jacksonville, North Carolina
The NCPK Assistant Teacher is responsible for educating young children and supporting their growth within the classroom. They work to shape the future of children and families while maintaining state and federal childcare licensing requirements.
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 NCPK Assistant Teacher.
This position requires an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, along with relevant coursework and experience in working with children.
Pay Range $15—$17.50 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 and either an Associate's Degree in ECE or a CDA credential. Additional requirements include EDU 119 and at least 12 hours of ECE coursework.
Market context
In North Carolina, assistant teacher roles in early childhood settings are commonly tied to steady local demand, especially where programs need staff who meet state and center qualification standards. This role is competitive because it requires a high school diploma plus an Associate’s Degree in ECE or a CDA, EDU 119, and at least 12 hours of ECE coursework; the listed benefits include health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review your coursework and credential documents before applying, and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save research time.