Assistant Teacher

We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Our team is dedicated to creating meaningful early learning experiences while building strong relationships with children, families, and one another. If you're passionate about supporting young children's development and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we'd love to meet you.
Position: Assistant Teacher (2 Full-Time Openings and 1 Part-Time Opening)
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including a 1-hour unpaid break and ideally, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM for Part-Time.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure the safety and well-being of children through active supervision.
Support daily routines, including meals, rest time, hygiene, and classroom transitions.
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate learning activities and lesson plans.
Foster a positive, inclusive classroom that encourages children's independence and development.
Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging learning environment.
Use positive guidance techniques to encourage appropriate behavior.
Build professional, respectful relationships with children, families, and team members.
Follow all Virginia licensing regulations, health and safety procedures, and center policies.
Assist with attendance, classroom documentation, and other administrative tasks as needed.
Participate in required training and ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
Meet Virginia child care licensing requirements for Assistant Teachers.
Previous experience in a childcare, preschool, or early childhood setting is preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Commitment to providing high-quality care and early childhood education.
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patient, dependable, and nurturing.
Organized with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
Professional, reliable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.
Passion for supporting young children's learning and development.
Experience
working with children in a childcare, preschool, or ECE: 1 year (Preferred)

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No