Love working with young children and looking for a rewarding, full-time role in early childhood education? Join WNCSource as a Full-Time Classroom Support Specialist working as a Teacher Assistant or Center Floater!
If you are energetic, passionate about early learning, and eager to help young children thrive, this is the perfect opportunity! In this role, you will play a key part in creating nurturing learning environments across our Early Head Start, Head Start, NC Pre-K, and After School programs.
🌈 What You’ll Do
As a Teacher Assistant:
- Guide Early Development: Plan and lead Head Start curriculum experiences addressing physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and language growth.
- Track Student Progress: Conduct ongoing assessments to tailor instruction and help children reach School Readiness Goals.
- Partner with Families: Build strong, positive relationships with parents through home visits, conferences, and daily communication.
- Ensure Smooth Transitions: Help children and families successfully transition into and out of Early Head Start programs.
As a Center Floater:
- Provide Dynamic Support: Step in to assist with classroom care, instruction, and supervision when teachers or assistants step away or need an extra pair of hands.
- Support Center Teams: Assist Site Supervisors, Office Staff, or Cooks as needed to keep early learning operations running smoothly.
- Maintain Safety: Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment inside classrooms and on the playground.
🎓 Education & Qualifications
- Minimum Education/Credentials: Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, OR a state-awarded certificate meeting/exceeding CDA requirements while enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor’s degree program.
- Accreditation: All degrees/coursework must be from an accredited college recognized by the NC Department of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE).
- Passion: A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to helping young children succeed!
⭐ Why You’ll Love Working with Us
- Competitive Pay: $15.21 – $18.74 / hour
- Full-Time Schedule: Steady year-round hours supporting young learners and families
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid time off to rest and recharge!
- Funding for Higher Education: We pay for you to continue your college coursework and degree advancement!
- Career Growth: Excellent opportunities for internal advancement
💙 Benefits That Support You
Meaningful work with valuable benefits that support your well-being, family and future!
- Health & Wellness: 90% of medical premiums covered (Employee Only) and competitive family coverage; free Pardee @Work Clinic visits, Teladoc; and Wellness Program rewards.
- Work Life Balance: 12 annual paid holidays plus paid Christmas Break (except for Transportation Team); 12+ days of PTO to start for Full-Time staff; generous Part-Time accrual.
- Retirement: 403(b) Savings plan generous employer contribution and match.
- Protecting Your Future: $25,000 employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available (Full-Time); employer-paid long-term disability covering 60% of current salary.
- Childcare Assistance: Up to $400 per month in childcare costs for eligible dependents age 5 and under (Full-Time).
- Career Growth: Tuition assistance, Continuing Education support, and advancement opportunities.
- Additional Perks: Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program; optional dental, vision, short-term and supplemental long-term disability, healthcare flexible spending account (FSA), and pet insurance.
