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Interested in a Career at FernLeaf?

We're so glad you're interested in joining the FernLeaf team! We are a fun loving, positive and cohesive group of educators committed to the FernLeaf Mission & Vision. 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 school calendar to our noon dismissal every Friday, we are intentional in our school design to make sure our staff are supported. 

Scott McDonald FernLeaf Staff
Scott McDonald FernLeaf Staff
Aaron Westhusing FernLeaf Staff 23-24
FernLeaf Staff Aaron Westhusing
Andrea Larsen FernLeaf Staff 23-24
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Clare Riviere FernLeaf Staff
Ahmed Aldossary FernLeaf Staff 23-24
FernLeaf Staff Ahmed Aldossary
FernLeaf Staff Zach Johnson 23-24
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But don't take our word for it.

Listen to what our staff have to say about working at FernLeaf in the video below!

Benefits

Aside from working with amazing people on an important mission, when you join the FernLeaf team full time you’ll also get these great benefits.

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

Staff wellness initiatives including delicious lunches, fun staff activities 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!

State Health Medical Insurance Plan

State Salary Schedule for Teachers

$50,000 Life Insurance Policy paid for by FernLeaf

Optional benefits include: Dental, Vision, Accident and other supplemental insurance options

AVAILABLE POSITIONS
FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN TEACHER

Are you wanting to be a part of one of the most amazing EC teams out there?  FernLeaf has an opening for an EC Teacher to collaborate closely with an amazing group of thoughtful and talented Regular Ed and EC teachers. VIEW A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION HERE.

PART TIME EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN TEACHER

Are you wanting to be a part of one of the most amazing EC teams out there?  FernLeaf has an opening for a part time EC Teacher to collaborate closely with an amazing group of thoughtful and talented Regular Ed and EC teachers.  This is an excellent opportunity for recently retired teachers who do not wish to work full time because you are eligible for immediate employment at FernLeaf with no impact on your state retirement benefits. Various schedule options available including but not limited to ½ days AM and PM, 3 days/week, etc. VIEW A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION HERE.

PART TIME BUS DRIVER FOR AM AND PM ROUTES

$500 SIGN ON BONUS & $20.75/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. 

 

FernLeaf bus drivers are respected, valued, celebrated, and a true part of our school community.  We celebrate often with regular bus driver breakfasts, school wide celebrations, and more! Learn what FernLeaf bus drivers have to say about working here in this blog post.

 

A current NC CDL Class B License with P and S endorsements is required.  Contact Jennifer Love at 828-684-3645 or jennifer.love@fernleafccs.org 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. 

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.

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