Childcare Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher -- High Point, 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. 

 

What your day looks like: 

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the Toddler, Preschool or School Age 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 

 

 

Pay and benefits 

Pay: 15-18 per hour, based on experience and education. 

 

Full-time employees receive: 

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability 

• 401(k) 

• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO 

• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center 

• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education 

• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - offers professional and confidential services to help you and your loved ones quality of life. 

• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development