The Wilmington Preschool of the Arts is a privately owned preschool in Wilmington, NC. We are searching for an awesome new Lead Teacher and a Floaters/Subs for our Wilmington campus. These positions full-time. Experience in a childcare setting is preferred and candidates should have at least an Associates or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or working towards that degree. A professional, patient, and positive attitude is essential to become part of our team. We want to hire you if you are inspired by excellence!

REQUIREMENTS

-The desire to make a difference in the lives of children.

-Eagerness to engage, play, always encourage and interact with children.

-Experience caring for children.

-A professional, positive attitude.

-Classroom duties could include diapering/toileting, and cleaning.

-Commitment to safety standards.

-Physical duties include being able to stand for periods of time, frequent walking, sitting on the floor and playing with children, being able to lift a 40lb child in an emergency or to diaper.

-A loving demeanor with children.

-Pass a criminal background check.

-Must have EDU119

-Ongoing classes at Smart Start from 5-10 hours a year based on education level.

CORE VALUES

Creativity, Teamwork, Positive Attitude, Caring, and Safety

BENEFITS

-Each teacher and staff member will be offered a floating one-week paid vacation after being employed by WPA for 6 months, two weeks after a year and all major Holidays paid.

-Christmas Bonus

-Reimbursement for all Smart Start and continuing education hours that are needed throughout the year

-Annual raises

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Hours: 8:30-5:30 M-F