Assistant Preschool Teacher

LeafSpring School of Hanover; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Meals provided daily

Job summary

LeafSpring School Hanover is seeking an Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our nurturing early learning community. You’ll work with the Lead Teacher to support infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, implementing play-based activities and routines.

We value a caring, team-oriented approach, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional development, with paid time off, tuition assistance, and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education.
• Understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to multitask and follow classroom structure.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (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 care experience

Child development knowledge

Team-oriented mindset

Communication skills

Multitasking

Patience and enthusiasm

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or ECE coursework (preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

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

Company:

LeafSpring School of Hanover

Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-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 Preschool 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 School?

• Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
• Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
• 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, toddlers, or preschool-age children. 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, toddlers, or preschoolers, depending on assigned classroom
• 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
• 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)

Make a Difference Every Day

If you’re ready to begin or grow your career in early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive school community that values your contributions, to become an Assistant Preschool Teacher at LeafSpring School Hanover!