Love working with young children and looking to get your foot in the door with early childhood education? Join WNCSource as a Classroom Aide!
If you are energetic, love helping kids learn and play, and want to support a passionate teaching team, this is the perfect role for you! As a Classroom Aide, you’ll serve as a vital extra set of hands in our Head Start and NC Pre-K classrooms, keeping daily routines smooth, fun, and engaging.
⭐ Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Competitive Pay: $17.00 / hour
- Great Schedule: Non-Exempt Part-Time, 10-Month position (enjoy your summers off!)
- Entry-Level Friendly: High school diploma/GED is all you need to start!
- Career Path: Fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience and grow within early childhood education
🎓 Education & Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED (required).
- Preferred Credentials: North Carolina Early Childhood Credential and/or previous experience working with young children is a plus!
- Experience: Experience working with children in a classroom, child care, school, volunteer, or family setting is preferred (Head Start or NC Pre-K experience is helpful, but not required).
- Training: Willingness to complete orientation, health and safety training, and other requirements set by WNCSource and NC DCDEE.
💙 Benefits That Support You
We invest in you so you can invest in our children!
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Access to Free Employee Clinic & Teledoc services
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program with Rewards
- Opportunities for career advancement and continuing education support
- Retirement 403(b) savings plan
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance (because your furry friends matter too!)
🌈 What You’ll Do
- Be the Ultimate Classroom Supporter: Provide dynamic support to the Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant so the team can focus on individualized instruction and meaningful engagement.
- Guide Daily Routines: Assist with fun daily activities including supervision, classroom setup, cleanup, learning materials, and outdoor play time.
- Keep Operations Smooth: Lend a hand during key moments like meal times, tooth brushing routines, classroom transitions, and active name-to-face headcounts to keep every child safe and happy.
- Build Great Relationships: Bring positive energy and a welcoming attitude to help foster a safe, nurturing environment for young learners.
🌟 Join Us
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