CAREERS AT FERNLEAF

Thank you for your interest in becoming a part of the FernLeaf Community! We are a fun loving, positive and cohesive group of educators committed to the FernLeaf Mission. We value, respect and support each other in everything we do, which is a part of what makes FernLeaf an awesome place to work. From our thoughtful calendar to our noon dismissal every Friday, we are intentional in our school design to make sure our staff are supported. 

FernLeaf Staff 22-23

FernLeaf is GROWING! Be a part of our team.

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Benefits of joining our TEAM!
 

  • Noon dismissal every Friday for collaborative planning, staff meetings and training

  • Thoughtful calendar with breaks at the toughest times of the year for students and staff

  • Healthy snacks provided every Monday morning and Friday afternoon

  • Staff wellness initiatives including massage days, delicious lunches and more

  • Regular staff outings and annual staff retreat

  • Generous retirement plan designed to meet or exceed the state retirement system even if you're already vested in it.  We'll show you how!

  • Provides a professional financial advisor to help staff with personal finance

    Additional Full-Time Benefits

  • State Salary Schedule for Teachers

  • State Health Plan

  • $50,000 Life Insurance Policy

  • Dental, Vision, Accident and other supplemental insurance options

There are two steps to apply for a position at Fernleaf:

  1. Complete the TalentEd Hire Application here.

  2. Answer a variety of FernLeaf-specific questions here.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
INTERIM 3RD GRADE TEACHER - APRIL 17, 2023 - JUNE 9, 2023

Want to help fill the gap for one of FernLeaf’s talented teachers while they’re out on maternity leave?  We have an opening for a 3rd Grade Teacher to jump in and work with a dynamic, smart, and fun-loving team to provide rich learning environments that propel students forward in their growth and development.  This is a GREAT way to get your foot in the door at FernLeaf for our highly sought after teaching positions. It is also a great opportunity for a recently retired teacher as they are eligible for immediate employment at FernLeaf with no impact on TSERS benefits.  Current NC Teacher License preferred but not required. CLICK HERE FOR A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION.

1ST GRADE TEACHER - BEGINNING JANUARY 23, 2023 OR SOONER

Want to join a talented team that masterfully helps students transition from Kindergarten into an increasingly complex academic school experience?  FernLeaf has an immediate opening for a 1st Grade Teacher to work with a creative team to provide dynamic learning environments that propel students forward in their growth and development.  This is a permanent position but an interim candidate may be considered, including recently retired teachers as they are eligible for immediate employment at FernLeaf with no impact on TSERS benefits.  Current NC Teacher License preferred but not required.  Click here for more details! CLICK HERE FOR A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION.

1ST GRADE TEACHER ASSISTANT - BEGINNING JANUARY 2, 2023 OR SOONER

Want to join a wonderfully skilled, kind, and caring team of educators working with 1st grade students?  FernLeaf has an immediate opening for a 1st Grade Teacher Assistant.  Our Teacher Assistants form the backbone of our school community and provide support to our students, teachers, and families in innumerable ways.  We have the best assistants anywhere!  It is not uncommon for Teacher Assistants to develop into lead classroom teachers which makes this a great option for beginning teachers and others hoping to get their foot in the door at FernLeaf. CLICK HERE FOR A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION.

PART TIME BUS DRIVER FOR AM AND PM ROUTES

$500 SIGN ON BONUS & $20/HR!

 

Want to be a part of FernLeaf’s incredible community by helping students get to and from school each day?  FernLeaf is seeking bus drivers to run daily routes to designated pickup and dropoff locations in the mornings and afternoons.  Optional opportunities to drive for field trips are also available.  A current NC CDL Class B License with P and S endorsements is required.  Call 828-684-3645 for more information.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

We are always on the lookout for fascinating people that want to be a part of the FernLeaf Community and have the flexibility to slide in when needed. Please complete the TeacherMatch application below (step 1).  No need to complete step 2.

GREAT PEOPLE

If there are not any current opportunities that apply to you, but you feel like you would be a good fit at FernLeaf please let us know. We love meeting new people who are thinking about the future. We are adding two classes a year, and building a new campus so there are more opportunities coming.