WNCSource is a dynamic non-profit community action organization serving families in three counties near Asheville, NC. In a culture of respect, WNCSource assists low income and underserved families with early childhood education. Our programs promote an economically just, environmentally sustainable and diversity inclusive community.

We have openings for NC PreK Teachers who will plan and implement learning experiences for children aged 0 to 5 years old.

The pay for this position ranges from $20.00 - $24.82/hour.

Sign On Bonuses of up to $4,500.

Relocation assistance offered to qualified candidates.

What we offer:

Great benefits, including generous PTO and paid holidays

Excellent wages

Sign on Bonus up to $4500 to qualified applicants

Relocation Assistance to qualified applicants

Opportunities for advancement

Funding for higher education

Wellness program with rewards

Retirement 403B with matching

College loan reduction/forgiveness possibilities

Perks

Qualifications:

Minimum: Baccalaureate Degree in Child Development, Psychology, or related field.

What will your day look like?

Educating through play in inclusive child care facilities.

Having fun in nature with children.

Enjoying low ratios & two teachers in every classroom.

Thriving with a supportive work family.

Being a part of a trauma informed and resilient community.

Changing lives

Teacher responsibilities include:

• Engaging in classroom activities and teaching in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the WNCSource Head Start program building and maintaining a positive, nurturing, and supportive relationship with the children and families.
• Planning and implementing learning experiences as part of the Head Start curriculum that address physical health and development, social and emotional development, approaches to learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development.
• Creating ongoing assessments of the growth and development of assigned children to form instruction and measure progress toward School Readiness Goals.
• Partnering with families to develop positive, open, relationship-based two-way communication using home visits, parent/teacher conferences and other communication tools.
• Establishing procedures to support successful transitions for enrolled children and families into and out of Early Head Start.
• Maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground.

Head Start prepares young children to succeed in school and in life beyond school. We deliver services to children and families in areas of early learning, health, and family well-being while engaging parents as partners every step of the way.

Empowering people. Transforming lives.