Assistant Teacher — Nurture Early Learners with Benefits

First Steps Academy; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental and vision insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan with employer matching

Discounted tuition rate

Job summary

First Steps Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join our program that blends purposeful play with a structured curriculum. Shifts include Mondays through Fridays: 2:00 PM to 6:15 PM, and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for Infants, with Friday coverage as needed.

You will support developmentally appropriate curricula, manage transitions, and help prepare supplies in a caring, safe environment. CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain is required.

Qualifications

• Love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Must be physically able to lift and carry a minimum of 45 pounds and actively engage with children.
• Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• CPR and First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.
• Pass pre-employment screenings and trainings as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering developmentally appropriate curricula and values-based learning.
• Support classroom management, supervision, transitions, cleaning and preparing supplies.
• Assist in infant classroom activities and maintain a safe, engaging environment.

Skills

Love for children

Professionalism

Strong work ethic

Initiative

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

First Steps Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join our program that blends purposeful play with a structured curriculum. Shifts include Mondays through Fridays: 2:00 PM to 6:15 PM, and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for Infants, with Friday coverage as needed.

You will support developmentally appropriate curricula, manage transitions, and help prepare supplies in a caring, safe environment. CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain is required.