Assistant Infant Teacher

LeafSpring School of Hanover; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

LeafSpring School Hanover in Mechanicsville, VA is seeking an Assistant Infant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in delivering a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom for infants. You will help with play-based activities, routines, and individualized attention to support each child’s development.

The role emphasizes a supportive, team-driven environment with opportunities for training, tuition assistance, and ongoing education in an early childhood setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses preferred.
• Experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education valued.

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.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment.

Skills

Child care

Teamwork

Communication

Classroom management

Observation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or ECE coursework

Job description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Company:

Company: LeafSpring School of Hanover
Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services

Help Young Minds Grow — Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring School Hanover!

Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? LeafSpring School Hanover is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Infant Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If you’re passionate about child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments, this is the opportunity for you!

Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?

• Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
• Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
• Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
• Paid training and continuing education opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for professional development
• Meals provided daily
• Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning

Your Role as an Assistant Teacher

As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll work closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants. You’ll help implement play-based learning activities, manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key 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
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment

Qualifications

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