Lead Childcare Teacher – Nurture Growth & Family Partnerships

Child Development Schools, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

Tuition discount for CDS children

Tuition reimbursement for continued ed

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Coaching and mentoring

Job summary

Child Development Schools is seeking a Lead Teacher in Wilmington, NC to guide a classroom through discovery, creativity, and growth. You will plan lessons, monitor safety and licensing compliance, and document child development while partnering with families for ongoing update and support.

The role emphasizes nurturing care, strong communication with families, and collaboration with the teaching team to create an engaging early childhood environment.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Associates or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Completion of 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire.
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with families.
• Physical ability to meet demands of working with young children.
• We hire for character and train for skill.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom.
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements.
• Observe and document each child's development and share progress with families regularly.
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences.
• Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Background check required

Childcare training within 30 days

Caring for children

Education

Associates or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field

Job description

Child Development Schools is seeking a Lead Teacher in Wilmington, NC to guide a classroom through discovery, creativity, and growth. You will plan lessons, monitor safety and licensing compliance, and document child development while partnering with families for ongoing update and support.

The role emphasizes nurturing care, strong communication with families, and collaboration with the teaching team to create an engaging early childhood environment.