Childcare Infant/Toddler Teacher

Children's Lighthouse Early Learning School; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Free uniforms

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning School in Chantilly, VA is hiring an Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher for a full-time daytime schedule. The role focuses on caring for babies and toddlers with consistent routines and strong safety practices.

The position requires prior childcare experience with infants/toddlers, adherence to Virginia childcare requirements, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid. Benefits include opportunities for advancement and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Prior childcare experience with infants/toddlers is required.
• Must meet Virginia childcare employment requirements (background checks, etc.).
• CPR/First Aid preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to follow strict safety and health procedures consistently.

Responsibilities

• Support daily care routines: feeding, diapering/toileting, nap supervision, transitions.
• Provide active supervision at all times (eyes-on, within reach, safety risks).
• Maintain safe, clean, sanitary classroom standards (diapering, bottle/food handling, toy sanitation).
• Comfort children and support social-emotional development with calm, consistent responses.
• Assist with age-appropriate activities: music, sensory play, language development, motor skills.
• Keep daily notes accurate (meals, naps, diapers, mood) and communicate with families and leadership.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Team player

Physical stamina

Observation skills

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Free uniforms
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Title:

Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher (Early Learning School) — Full-Time

Location:

Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly — Chantilly, VA

Mission:

Create Joy

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday-Friday

Role Summary

We’re hiring an experienced Infant/Toddler Teacher to support our youngest learners with loving care, strong safety habits, and consistent routines. This role is hands‑on and fast-moving—ideal for someone who truly enjoys babies and toddlers and understands what quality care looks like.

Non-Negotiable Requirement

Prior childcare experience with infants and/or toddlers is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the with daily care routines: feeding, diapering/toileting, nap supervision, transitions
• Provide active supervision at all times (eyes-on, within reach, anticipating safety risks)
• Help maintain safe, clean, sanitary classroom standards (diapering protocols, bottle/food handling, toy sanitation)
• Comfort children and support social-emotional development with calm, consistent responses
• Assist with age-appropriate activities: music, sensory play, language development, fine/gross motor
• Keep daily notes accurate (meals, naps, diapers, mood/needs) and communicate respectfully with families and leadership
• Step in as needed to support ratios and classroom coverage

What We’re Looking For

• Warm, patient, and emotionally steady—especially during crying, transitions, and big toddler feelings
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable with a physically active role (lifting, bending, floor time)
• Team-first, coachable, and committed to doing things the right way every day

Requirements

• Must meet Virginia childcare employment requirements (background checks, etc.)
• CPR/First Aid preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to follow strict safety and health procedures consistently

What Success Looks Like

• Babies and toddlers are safe, soothed, engaged, and cared for with consistency
• Classroom routines run smoothly (feeding/diaper/nap transitions)
• Cleanliness and sanitation are always on point
• Families feel confident and supported