Assistant Teacher — Flexible Hours, Benefits & Growth

La Petite Academy; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Benefits programs

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Job summary

La Petite Academy in Alexandria seeks an assistant teacher to support daily care and learning activities for children. You will follow licensing guidelines, engage children, and maintain a welcoming classroom environment.

Ideal candidates will observe and assess child development, communicate effectively with families, and participate in ongoing training to grow professionally within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Follow state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Maintain a clean, fun, interactive classroom environment.
• Complete trainings on childcare and development topics.

Responsibilities

• Follow licensing guidelines and company standards to care for every child.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children; communicate with families.
• Engage children with developmentally appropriate activities indoors or outdoors.
• Support a positive, safe, and organized classroom environment.

Skills

Childcare

Communication with families

Observation & assessment

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Child development training

Job description

La Petite Academy in Alexandria seeks an assistant teacher to support daily care and learning activities for children. You will follow licensing guidelines, engage children, and maintain a welcoming classroom environment.

Ideal candidates will observe and assess child development, communicate effectively with families, and participate in ongoing training to grow professionally within a supportive team.