Methodist Home For Children·Raleigh, North Carolina
Lead an infant classroom by designing and implementing developmentally appropriate activities. Build trusting relationships with families and monitor child growth to tailor individual support.
Lead Teacher – Early Childhood (Twos & Threes Classrooms) 📍 Raleigh, NC | 💵 $18–$22/hr | ⭐ $20+/hr for 7-Point Lead Teachers 5-Star, Non-Profit Center | Full-Time
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Tired of burnout? Come teach where YOU matter too. At Jordan Center—a 5-Star nonprofit early childhood program—we do things differently. No under-supported classrooms. Just passionate educators, small group sizes, and a shared mission: help children thrive while protecting teacher well-being.
If you love working with preschoolers and want a team that values you as much as it values quality care, this is the place for you.
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🧸 Lead a classroom with warmth, structure, and creativity 📚 Design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities 🤝 Build strong, trusting relationships with families and coworkers 📈 Observe and assess growth to tailor support to each child 🧼 Keep your space clean, safe, and supportive for learning
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✔ Associate or Bachelor's in ECE (or related field preferred) ✔ At least 1 year of classroom experience with young children ✔ Strong communication, empathy, and collaboration skills ✔ Commitment to equity, inclusion, and best practices in early learning
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Why Jordan Center?
✨ Consistent classrooms ✨ Generous supply budget & small group sizes ✨ Mentorship, TEACH scholarships, and paid apprenticeship options ✨ Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays ✨ Medical, dental, and vision insurance ✨ 403B retirement plan with employer match ✨ $75K life insurance (company-paid) ✨ Access to confidential counseling & professional support
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Founded 20 years ago, Jordan Center was built to be a model for what childcare should be—where children, families, and teachers are all supported to grow and succeed. As part of Methodist Home for Children, we’re committed to equity, excellence, and early learning that changes lives.
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Ready to love where you teach? Apply today and help build a brighter, more joyful future for young children—and for yourself.
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Requires at least one year of classroom experience with young children. An Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
Market context
In North Carolina, lead teachers for twos and threes are commonly sought by early childhood programs serving working families and expanding preschool enrollment. This role is competitive because centers often look for classroom experience with young children plus an early childhood degree or related credential, and benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and holidays can help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm classroom ratios, curriculum expectations, and schedule details before applying.
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