Head Start Assistant Teacher
Excel Learning Centers · excelkids.com
WilmingtonEntry level1+ yrs
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The job in short
Head Start assistant teaching.
Excel
Details
- Found
- 10 d ago · posted 2026-10-15
- Location as listed
- Wilmington, NC
- Role
- Teaching Assistant / Paraprofessional
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Join Excel Creative Early Learning, part of Early Learning Academies (ELA), and do work that matters to children, families, and your community. From our classrooms to the roles that keep our centers running, every position contributes to a welcoming, caring environment. We’re looking for team members who value teamwork, bring a caring attitude, and take pride in what they do.
Head Start programs promote the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of infants and toddlers through safe and developmentally enriching caregiving. This prepares these children for continued growth and development and eventual success in school and life.
What We Offer Our Teachers:
Our wonderful company emergent curriculum that empowers teachers to teach to the child and what the children want to learn
Convenient schedule of 7:30am-4:30pm Mon-Fri
Opportunity for professional development paid for by the company through our partnership with Early Learning Ventures, in addition to state trainings
Unmatched, generous employee childcare discount (50% off for infants and toddlers, 75% for preschool and school age)
Competitive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision and 401k
Job Requirements
A minimum of 1 year experience in childcare.
CDA (Infant/Toddler) or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Able to pass background and hiring requirements.
Pay Range
$17.21—$18.25 USD
Support for Your Work and Your Future
At Excel Creative Early Learning, we invest in the people who help our centers thrive. Our team members have access to paid training, ongoing coaching, and opportunities to develop their skills. We value internal talent and encourage employees to explore advancement opportunities as they become available.
What We Offer
• Competitive pay based on experience and education
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee childcare discounts
• No nights or weekends
• A collaborative, supportive team environment
Benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.
Take Your Next Step
There is more than one path to a meaningful career in early childhood education. Review the requirements for this position above and tell us how your background and strengths could contribute to our team.
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.
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