Afternoon Preschool Assistant — Flexible Schedule & Growth

LeafSpring School at Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

LeafSpring Schools in Virginia Beach is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join our early learning community. You will support a nurturing classroom for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, assisting the Lead Teacher with play-based activities and routines.

The role emphasizes helping children develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills in a safe, engaging environment, with paid training, advancement opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses preferred but not required.
• Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP).
• Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time.
• Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on children’s developmental needs and interests.
• Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations.
• Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies.
• Observe and document children’s behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team.
• Provide age-appropriate support for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, depending on assigned classroom.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or ECE coursework (preferred)

Job description

LeafSpring Schools in Virginia Beach is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join our early learning community. You will support a nurturing classroom for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, assisting the Lead Teacher with play-based activities and routines.

The role emphasizes helping children develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills in a safe, engaging environment, with paid training, advancement opportunities, and a supportive team culture.