About This Role
Kids Academy of Learning & Excellence
Location: 601 Southlake Blvd, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
Schedule: Part-Time | Monday–Friday | Flexible shifts available
Reports To: Center Director / Lead Teacher
We're seeking a dedicated and caring Part-Time Teacher to join our early learning classrooms. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about helping children grow and develop, and who understands the importance of creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Our program combines strong academic foundations, character development, Abeka curriculum, STE(AI)M, robotics, creativity, and hands-on learning. As a teacher with us, you'll play a key role in bringing this vision to life and providing consistent, nurturing care to every child.
What You'll Do
The Part-Time Teacher will:
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Provide loving care and supervision to children throughout the day.
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Support classroom routines, transitions, and learning activities that promote social-emotional learning, early literacy, math, science, art, music, and hands-on discovery.
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Assist with implementing age-appropriate lessons and activities, including outdoor play and rest time.
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Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment that promotes learning and exploration.
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Supervise children closely at all times, both indoors and outdoors, and ensure their physical and emotional safety.
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Support children with toileting, diapering, handwashing, feeding, and personal care needs as required.
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Follow all center policies, safety procedures, and Virginia licensing standards to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
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Communicate respectfully with children, families, coworkers, and leadership to build strong relationships and a positive classroom culture.
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Document observations, incidents, and classroom needs as required to ensure effective communication and decision-making.
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Help create a positive classroom culture where children feel known, valued, and supported in their learning journey.
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Assist with special activities, STE(AI)M projects, summer camp activities, and enrichment experiences that promote creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Requirements
Preferred candidates will have:
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Experience working with children in a licensed childcare center, preschool, school, camp, or similar setting.
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A patient, professional, and warm attitude towards children and families.
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Ability to follow directions, work collaboratively as part of a team, and communicate effectively with colleagues and leadership.
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Strong classroom management and communication skills to promote a positive and respectful learning environment.
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Reliability, punctuality, and good judgment to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children.
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Ability to meet Virginia child care background check and training requirements.
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CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
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CDA, early childhood coursework, or related training preferred but not required.
This role may require the ability to:
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Sit, stand, bend, kneel, lift, and move throughout the day to ensure child safety and supervision.
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Lift or assist young children as needed to support their physical and emotional development.
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Supervise children on the playground and during classroom activities to ensure their safety and well-being.
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Respond quickly and appropriately to child safety needs, and take prompt action in emergency situations.
Nice To Haves
We're looking for someone who is nurturing, structured, dependable, and flexible, with a passion for helping children grow and develop. If you understand that early childhood education is about foundation-building, and not just babysitting, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
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Child Care Discount
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Professional Development
About Us
Kids Academy of Learning & Excellence (KALE), powered by the CORE Foundation, is a next-generation early learning ecosystem built to nurture the whole child—mind, heart, spirit, and future potential. Rooted in compassion and community impact, KALE blends strong early childhood fundamentals with STE(AI)M™ innovation, literacy foundations, and character development. Our work is purpose-driven, family-centered, and excellence-focused.
