Daycare Lead Teacher (Prior Exp Req)

Job Description:

Are you a passionate, reliable, and hardworking childcare professional looking for a place where your experience is respected and your work is truly valued? We’re searching for dedicated lead teachers to join our amazing team!

Must be living within 20 mins commute and Flexible to work with most ages. Must have childcare background qualification letter, TB test and medical form ready to start job soon.

Why Work With Us?

Our new team of administrators are former teachers, who haven’t forgotten what it’s like to be in a classroom every day. We know you need support, time, and understanding, and we provide exactly that.

• Planning Time: You’ll have protected planning time each week. No floaters available? Your admin team will personally cover your class so you can plan, prep, and recharge without interruptions.
• Supportive Team Culture: We value reliability and teamwork. Being there for your students and your teammates is essential. We encourage teachers to call the front desk any time you need help. You’re never alone.
• Quick Classroom Support: Need materials, supplies, or help with a behavior plan? We work quickly to get you what you need so you can focus more on teaching and less on stress.
• Feedback: We value your opinion and will ask for feedback regularly! Something doesn’t make sense in your classroom? Let’s discuss changes.
• Flexibility Across Age Groups: We’ll work with your preferences and strengths to find the best classroom fit.
• Competitive Pay: Your skills and experience will determine a strong, fair rate.
• Childcare Support: We offer 60% childcare discounts or accept vouchers if you have little ones who need care too.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Must already have an NC Background Qualification Letter.
• Understanding of NC State and Local childcare regulations.
• Someone who loves kids, shows up for their team, and brings positive energy every day.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a warm, positive, and nurturing environment.
• Maintain consistent supervision and a safe, clean classroom.
• Implement and follow an organized daily schedule.
• Maintain bulletin boards and room arrangement according to center guidelines.
• Foster children’s independence, problem-solving, and social-emotional growth through intentional interactions.
• Communicate positively with parents and build strong relationships.
• Maintain classroom structure with calmness, patience, and flexibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Genuine love for children and early education.
• Calm, clear communication style.
• Strong observational skills — aware of the whole group while addressing individual needs.
• Ability to teach through play and meaningful moments.
• Willingness to get down on a child’s level and engage fully.
• Ability to lift weight and lift kids upto 50 lbs.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and physically move with children throughout the day.

Benefits:

• Employee childcare discount or voucher acceptance.
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays (based on average hours)
• Paid Inclement Weather Days (based on average hours)
• Referral bonus
• Work-life balance!

Ready to work somewhere that understands and supports YOU? Apply today!

Ideal Candidate- Daycare Teacher - Preschool Teacher - Child Care Teacher - Teacher Assistant - Daycare Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Education - Childcare Teacher - Toddler Teacher - Infant Teacher -Childcare - Apex - West Cary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person