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✅ Lead Childcare Teacher
Are you a passionate, experienced early childhood educator ready to lead a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn?
We’re looking for Lead Teachers for our school in Apex, North Carolina who love working with young children and want to be part of a supportive, close‑knit school community where teachers are valued and growth is encouraged.
🧸 Classrooms We’re Hiring For
- Toddlers
- Pre-K
⏰ Schedule Options
Monday–Friday
- 9:00am–6:00pm
No nights. No weekends.
💰 Compensation
$18–$20 per hour, based on education and experience
🌟 Why Teachers Love Working Here
- Competitive pay
- Paid training and professional development
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Childcare discounts
- Supportive leadership and open‑door policy
- A fun, positive, team‑oriented environment
- Staff appreciation, shirts, and school swag — because teachers deserve it
📚 What You’ll Do
- Lead a classroom using developmentally appropriate lesson plans and curriculum
- Create a warm, safe, and engaging learning environment
- Build positive relationships with children and families
- Communicate with families using our parent app
- Observe, assess, and support each child’s development
- Maintain classroom organization, safety, and cleanliness
- Participate in conferences and collaborate with leadership
✅ What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's degree and relevant experience OR completion of EDU 119/early childhood education credentials and two years of experience in a licensed childcare center
- Ability to pass required background checks
- A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine love for teaching
📝 Our Hiring Process
- Resume review
- Phone conversation with our recruiter (about 30 minutes)
- On‑site interview and classroom visit with the Center Director
- Offer
If you’re excited about helping children grow while working in a school or daycare setting that truly supports its teachers, we’d love to meet you.
👉 Apply today and take the next step in your early childhood career.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Salary : $18 - $20