NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Who Are We at J-Bear CDC?

Our 4-star rated Child Development Center offers loving care for your infants and toddlers. With skill building exercises and age-specific activities focusing on motor skills development, your child receives a solid foundation for preschool. Our top-rated Preschool, After School and Summer School Age programs prepare your child for academic success. We offer lessons focused on mathematics, science, and the arts for a well-rounded learning experience. We use Letterland to prepare our rising 4- and 5-year-olds for kindergarten.

NC PRE-K ASSISTANT TEACHERJ-Bear Child Development Center – Mooresville, NC

129 Knob Hill Road, Mooresville, NC 28117

Support Learning. Encourage Growth. Make Every Day Count.

J-Bear Child Development Center is seeking a caring, energetic NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher who is passionate about helping children grow through meaningful learning experiences.

Working alongside the Lead Teacher, you'll help create a classroom where every child feels safe, supported, encouraged, and excited to learn.

WHO WE ARE

J-Bear Child Development Center is part of a growing network of early childhood education schools committed to creating safe, engaging, and inspiring environments where children thrive.

Our classrooms foster curiosity, creativity, independence, and confidence while preparing children for kindergarten success.

WHY JOIN US

Our educators are at the heart of everything we do.

We invest in our team through ongoing coaching, professional development, supportive leadership, and opportunities for career advancement.

When you join our school, you're joining a team committed to making a difference every day.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher , you'll support the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging classroom activities, maintaining a safe learning environment, and helping children reach important developmental milestones.

Your support helps create a positive classroom experience where every child can learn, explore, and thrive.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist with implementing daily classroom activities and lesson plans
• Support children's learning through hands-on activities and positive interactions
• Provide active supervision throughout the day
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom
• Support daily routines including meals, rest time, and transitions
• Encourage positive behavior through nurturing guidance
• Assist with classroom observations and documentation
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
• Help maintain compliance with NC Pre-K and licensing standards

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy working with preschool-aged children
• Bring positive energy and teamwork to the classroom
• Are dependable and flexible
• Communicate well with children, families, and coworkers
• Create welcoming, inclusive learning environments

Qualifications

Required:

• Must meet North Carolina NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher qualifications
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education OR
• Child Development Associate (CDA) with willingness to complete additional NC Pre-K requirements, as applicable
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Must successfully complete all required background screenings

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Competitive pay based on qualifications and experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Discounted Childcare
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k)
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Career Growth Opportunities

Help shape tomorrow's learners while building a rewarding career in early childhood education.