Assistant Teacher – Preschool & Child Care

Children of America; Stephens City (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

50% childcare discount

Educational assistance and SCHOLARSHIP

Job summary

Children of America, Inc. in Spotsylvania is hiring Assistant Teachers at our Lee's Hill location. You’ll work with caring teachers, learn hands-on in the classroom, and grow toward a Lead Teacher role.

No experience required; a high school diploma or GED is sufficient. We offer education assistance, scholarships, a 50% childcare discount, medical/dental/vision benefits, and opportunities to advance within the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Genuine love for working with children.
• Patience, flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and grow into Lead Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Help carry out daily lesson plans and bring learning to life.
• Create a safe, structured and positive classroom.
• Comfort, encourage and connect with children through their big feelings.
• Set age-appropriate expectations and support each child's growth.
• Communicate warmly and professionally with parents and teammates.
• Use classroom app to document progress and share updates with families.
• Be creative, have fun and keep learning.

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Good organization

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Love working with kids? Start your teaching career with us. No experience needed.

Children of America is hiring Assistant Teachers at our Lee's Hill school in Spotsylvania. You'll work alongside caring, experienced teachers, learn hands-on in the classroom, and grow toward a Lead Teacher role. We'll help you build your skills and pay for your education along the way.

Pay: $14.00 – $16.00 per hour

Why you'll love it here

• No experience required. A high school diploma or GED and a love for children are all you need to start.
• A clear path to Lead Teacher. This role is built to help you grow, and we promote from within.
• We help pay for school. Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarships help you earn your CDA or degree.
• Half off childcare. You get a 50% discount on care for your own children.
• Full benefits. Medical, dental and vision, plus a 401(k), paid vacation and paid holidays.
• A team that values you. Bring your whole self to work. Our differences make us stronger.

About our school

We serve children from 6 weeks to 12 years old across Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre‑K, Before & After Care and Summer Camp programs.

What you'll do

• Help carry out daily lesson plans and bring learning to life
• Help create a safe, structured and positive classroom
• Comfort, encourage and connect with children through their big feelings
• Set age‑appropriate expectations and support each child's growth
• Communicate warmly and professionally with parents and teammates
• Use our classroom app to document progress and share updates with families
• Be creative, have fun and keep learning

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED
• A genuine love for working with children
• Patience, flexibility and a positive attitude, even on busy days
• Good organization and sound judgment
• A knack for building relationships with kids, families and coworkers
• Eagerness to learn and grow into a Lead Teacher role

What we value

• Accountability: We own our work and learn from mistakes.
• Collaboration: We solve problems together.
• Growth mindset: We see challenges as chances to learn.
• Integrity: We do the right thing for children and families.
• Consistency: Children and families can count on us every day.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401(k), plus life, accident and disability insurance
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• 50% employee childcare discount
• Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarships
• Employee referral bonus and recognition programs
• Promotion from within

Ready to make a difference every day?

The hourly pay range for this position is $14.00 – $16.00. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, location and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.