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Early Childhood Development Specialist

Evans Child Development Center
Lexington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

Currently, we are seeking a Lead Teacher for our 2 year old classroom.

Our staff provide a supportive and caring environment for children by working together with parents and one another, to foster cooperation, collaboration, and community within our center.

A Lead Teacher at Evan's Child Development Center (ECDC) plans and provides Developmentally Appropriate Activities that promote growth and the achievement of developmental milestones for each child. A Lead Teacher oversees classroom education, indoor and outdoor play, nutrition, and rest to ensure the safety and well-being of all children in care.

Job Responsibilities

  • -Promote the physical, emotional, and intellectual growth of each child using the NC Foundations Curriculum.
  • -Develop weekly lesson plans that provide fun and interactive learning experiences.
  • -Communicate directly with parents and prospective parents to share developmental observations, set goals, share daily achievements, and address concerns using a team approach that supports the individual needs and success of the child.
  • -Ensure the constant care and safety of every child, following all NC licensing guidelines and ECDC standards and procedures.
  • -Maintain an inviting and engaging classroom that is clean and organized.
  • -Participate in staff development opportunities with the Director and fellow teachers.
  • Education & Training Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • EDU 119 plus 12 total credit hours in Early Childhood Education.
  • Qualifying Letter from NC Division of Child Development and Early Education.
  • Associate's degree in ECE preferred.
  • CPR and First Aid certified or willingness to complete certification within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Complete credit hours and annual training as required by NCDCDEE to maintain the center's 4 star rating.
  • Physical Requirements
  • Able to lift 35 pounds frequently over the course of each workday.
  • Able to stand, sit, walk, use stairs, lift, push, pull, kneel, crouch, reach, and carry as needed to care for young children.
  • Able to see, hear, and verbally communicate to properly supervise young children.

Our excellent benefits include:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401k retirement plan with 6% employer contribution.

Vacation pay, Sick leave pay, and Holiday pay.

Currently offering $1,000 Sign-on Bonus

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15

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