Do you see teaching young children as more than a job? 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!
Excel is currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Assistant Center Director to join our team.
To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a minimum of 2 years of proven experience in Early Childhood Education, along with EDU 119 and additional semester hours of ECE classes. A degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is preferred.
Furthermore, candidates must demonstrate shift flexibility and the ability to work with children of all ages, from infants to school-age.
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.
Skills Required
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years of proven early childhood education experience
- EDU 119 completion or current enrollment
- At least 12 semester hours of early childhood education coursework
- Experience teaching young children
- Ability to work with children from infants through school age
- Shift flexibility
- Ability to meet state and federal childcare licensing requirements
- Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
What We Do
Excel Learning Centers, part of Early Learning Academies, operates early childhood education and childcare centers in North Carolina. Its programs serve infants through elementary-aged children, combining age-appropriate curriculum, caring teachers, and safe environments to build academic, social, and developmental foundations. The company offers preschool, pre-kindergarten, school-age programming, and related childcare services, with a focus on children’s long-term growth and family partnership.
