Head Start Assistant Teacher

About the Position

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.

Responsibilities

• Promote the development of infants and toddlers
• Provide safe and enriching caregiving
• Collaborate with the team to create a welcoming environment

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

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.

About the Company

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.

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.