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Lead Childcare Teacher

Burgaw, NCOnsiteFull TimeLeadPosted 10 days ago

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Required skills

  • EDU 119
  • licensed childcare center
  • Early Childhood Education
  • ECE

Nice to have

  • enroll in school
  • curriculum development
  • student mentoring

Role summary

Excel Creative Early Learning is seeking a qualified Lead Teacher with at least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center and EDU 119 certification. Candidates should be pursuing or willing to enroll in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) degree. The role offers competitive pay ($15.50-$19.50/hour), benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k match), paid time off, holidays, employee discounts, and no nights or weekends. The company emphasizes paid training, ongoing coaching, and internal advancement opportunities within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

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.

We are currently seeking a qualified Lead Teacher to join our dedicated team.

The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center, along with EDU 119. Additionally, candidates should be actively pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field or demonstrate a willingness to enroll in school to obtain.

Pay Range$15.50—$19.50 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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