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How much do daycare workers jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for daycare workers in Rio Rancho, NM is $13.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.30 and $15.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Daycare Workers vs Preschool Teachers?

AspectDaycare WorkersPreschool Teachers
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some states require certificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Work EnvironmentChildcare centers, home-based daycare, daycare facilitiesPreschools, early childhood education centers, private or public schools
Employer & Industry UsageChildcare providers, daycare centers, family daycarePreschools, early education programs, private schools
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Daycare workers primarily provide basic care and supervision for children in daycare settings, often with minimal formal education requirements. Preschool teachers, on the other hand, typically have specialized education in early childhood development and focus on preparing children for kindergarten through structured learning activities. While both roles involve working with young children in educational environments, preschool teachers usually have higher educational credentials and work in more formal educational settings.

How do you become a daycare worker?

To become a daycare worker, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may be required to complete early childhood education training or certification. Many states also require background checks and CPR or first aid certification before starting work in a childcare setting.
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Infographic showing various Daycare Workers job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,395 per year, or $13.7 per hour.

Daycare Center Team Lead - La Petite Academy, Towner NE

Learning Care Group, Inc.

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago


Learning Care Group rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 19 rated daycare providers


Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Are you a teacher ready for your next step?  Being a Team Lead at a child care center is something special. We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

As a Team Lead, you are a:

  • Teacher! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children in your care. Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation. Classroom instruction is at least 50% of weekly schedule.
  • Communicator! Communicate and build relationships with families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center's success.
  • Mentor! Be responsible for, or assisting with, the management, training, and mentoring of new hires and your fellow Teachers, as you create fun, interactive learning experiences to share with the preschool children.
  • Leader! Take on the duties of Director or Assistant Director in his/her absence, including opening and closing the school.
  • Expert! Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: 

  • Experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom, and implementing lesson plans.
  • College credits towards Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree or a CDA, preferred.
  • The ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
  • Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Compensation and Benefits:
       Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
o        Team Lead- $22.84-$23.73
       Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers
       Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees
       Monday through Friday work week.


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About Learning Care Group

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Learning Care Group, Inc. is the second-largest for-profit child care provider in North America and a leader in early education. Our programs are designed for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Across our eight unique brands, we're committed to creating state-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and expert-driven curricula created by our own Education team.

Industry

Education

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Novi, MI, US

Year founded

1967

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