Child Care Lead Teacher I

Join Our Team as a Child Care Lead Teacher I

Location: Presbyterian Child Development Center - Charlotte, NC 

Hours: Full-Time | Monday–Friday: must be available between the hours of 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and creating a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children can grow and thrive?

As a Child Care Lead Teacher at Novant Health’s Presbyterian Child Development Center, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional early childhood education and care.

Why Work With Us?

At Novant Health, quality care meets quality service—every dimension, every time. We believe in investing in your professional growth, offering a collaborative and supportive team culture where your talents are recognized and celebrated.

We champion diversity and inclusion as a core value and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join us in providing remarkable care to our community.

Important Application Information:

Candidates must upload proof of DHHS Background Determination and Workforce/Status letters during the application process.

What We're Looking For:

• Education: High School or GED, required. NC Credentials or equivalency plus 6 semester hours, required.
• Experience: 1 year early childhood work experience with children up to 12 years of age, required.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • NC Credentials or equivalency defined by regulatory compliance Division of Child Development Workforce Unit, required.
  • Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid within 2 months of hire, required.
  • ITS SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) within 2 months of hire, required.
• Additional Skills (required):
  • NC Division of Child Development Qualifying Letter/Criminal Background Check, renewed every 5 years.
  • BSAC if working with school age children.
  • CDL license (if hired for driving buses) and working with school age children.· NC Division of Child Development Qualifying Letter/Criminal Background letter · NC Division of Child Development Workforce letter within 2 months of hire · NC Institute for Child Development Professional ECE Certification within 2 months of hire
  • CDL license (if hired for driving buses) and working with school age children. · ·
  • · Maintain training hours requirements as outlined by the Division of Child Development
• Additional Skills (preferred): Playground Safety

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.