Assistant Pod Teacher

Pay Rate (Hourly): $18.00–19.00 per hour

Join our welcoming JCC community as an Assistant Pod Teacher in our Shalom Children’s Center! Each Assistant Pod Teacher works within a designated age-group pod—such as the Two’s, Three’s, or Pre-K classrooms—supporting the Lead and Assistant Teachers in creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. This role helps implement lesson plans, encourages social-emotional growth, and ensures compliance with NC DCDEE standards while fostering strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

• Support classroom instruction and child-centered learning within your assigned pod.
• Foster children’s social-emotional development and classroom community.
• Maintain safe, organized environments in accordance with NC DCDEE guidelines.
• Assist in implementing lesson plans and documenting child progress.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and staff.

• NC Early Childhood Credential (NCECC), or working toward it
• At least one year of experience in a preschool environment
• Strong teamwork, flexibility, and communication skills
• Ability to actively engage with children and ensure their safety.
• NC Qualifying Letter (before start date) and CPR/First Aid certification (within 90 days of hire)
• Basic computer proficiency (Outlook, Word, Zoom, communication apps)

Full-time employees enjoy 27+ paid holidays and PTO days, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401k plan,
FREE CHILDCARE
, and membership at our state-of-the‑art aquatics center. You’ll join a collaborative team that’s been building community in Asheville for more than 80 years.

To apply, email HR at the email above. An automated email will be sent to you with a link to the official JCC application form. You’ll be able to attach your resume and cover letter directly through that form.

The full job description will be provided during the interview process.