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Early Childhood Teacher (Infant, Toddler, and Preschool)
Lorton, VA
- Hourly and Salary Positions
- Direct Hire positions with the school
- Full-Time 4-Day Work Week!
Are you passionate about working with young children and helping them learn, grow, and explore the world? A highly respected preschool in Lorton, VA is seeking enthusiastic, caring, and dependable Early Childhood Teachers to join their team.
This is a wonderful opportunity for educators who love working with children and want to be part of a supportive school community that values early childhood education.
Available Opportunities
- Full-Time Preschool Teacher: working with children 3 to 5 years old
Schedule
- Four-day work week!
- 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM shifts
- One-hour lunch break included
Compensation
- Lead Teachers: $40,000 – $48,000 per year; Compensation depends on education, credentials, and experience in early childhood education.
- Co-Lead Teachers: $18 - $21 per hour; Compensation depends on education, credentials, and experience in early childhood education.
Why Staff Love Working Here
Full-Time Team Members Receive
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Parental and Family Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Childcare Tuition Discounts
- NAEYC Membership
- Professional Development Opportunities
What You'll Be Doing
Teachers play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for young children.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting a child-centered curriculum that encourages creativity and exploration
- Maintaining active supervision of children at all times
- Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Assisting with diapering and toileting as needed
- Collaborating with other teachers to support classroom activities
- Helping ensure a safe and positive school environment
What We're Looking For
- Lead Teachers: Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Educational Psychology, or related field OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification
- Lead Teachers: At least 2 years of experience working in a licensed Early Childhood Education program
- Co-Lead Teachers: Must be in pursuit of Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree (50% of the program completed)
- Co-Lead Teachers: At least 1 year of experience working in a licensed Early Childhood Education program
Additional Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when assisting children
- Must safely lift infants into and out of cribs
- Must pass required background checks
Don't meet every qualification?
That's okay! Many great teachers start with babysitting, nannying, or childcare experience. If you love working with children and want to grow in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply! Our client provides training and professional development opportunities.
Join a school community where educators are supported, respected, and given opportunities to grow in early childhood education. Apply today — we look forward to meeting you.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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