Child Development Schools, Inc.·Wilson, North Carolina
The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering age-appropriate lessons while maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant classroom environment. They must also observe child development, document progress, and build strong, collaborative relationships with families.
Lead Teacher -- Wilson, North Carolina
Your role
As a Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Each day, you will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.
You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.
Pay and benefits
15-18 per hour, based on experience and education.
Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve.
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.
We value and welcome your application, regardless of whether you meet every listed qualification. Your unique skills and experiences matter to us. Even if this role isn't right for you, applying allows us to contact you for future opportunities.
Market context
Childcare Lead Teacher openings in North Carolina often reflect steady demand for qualified early learning staff, especially candidates who meet state and center requirements. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a mix of education, background clearance, and quick completion of required training. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your degree, background check readiness, and ability to finish the 12 hours of training within 30 days.