Infant toddler Teacher Full Time Stable Monday Friday Schedule

CHILDREN's LIGHTHOUSE of CHANTILLY (South Riding); Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Job summary

Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly seeks a warm, reliable Infant/Toddler Teacher for a full-time, Monday–Friday schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM in Chantilly, VA. The role emphasizes safety, daily routines, and nurturing care for infants and toddlers, with typical duties like feeding, diapering, naps, and supportive learning activities.

Benefits include 401(k), bonuses, paid time off, signing bonus, and free uniforms, with compensation ranging from $17 to $21 per hour based on experience and

Qualifications

• Prior infant and/or toddler childcare experience required.
• Must meet Virginia childcare employment requirements, including background checks.
• CPR/First Aid preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to follow health, safety, supervision, and sanitation procedures every day.

Responsibilities

• Daily Care - Feeding, diapering/toileting, nap supervision, and transitions.
• Safety - Active supervision, eyes-on awareness, and anticipating risks before they happen.
• Classroom Care - Maintaining clean, sanitary classroom routines including bottles, food, toys, and diapering areas.
• Child Support - Comforting children with calm, steady, nurturing responses.
• Learning Activities - Supporting music, sensory play, language development, and fine/gross motor activities.
• Family Communication - Keeping daily notes accurate for meals, naps, diapers, mood, and needs.
• Teamwork - Helping support classroom ratios and working respectfully with the team.

Skills

Warm

Patient

Reliable

Punctual

Safety-oriented

Team player

Calm under pressure

Education

Background checks required

CPR/First Aid preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus

Title: Infant toddler Teacher Full Time Stable Monday Friday Schedule

Location: Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly — Chantilly, VA

Mission: Create Joy

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:30PM

Pay: $17–$21/hour based on experience, reliability, and qualifications

About Us

At Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly, our mission is simple: Create Joy We are building an early learning school where children feel safe, loved, and known — and where teachers are respected for the important work they do every day. We are looking for a warm, dependable Infant/Toddler Teacher who enjoys caring for our youngest learners and understands that safety, routines, and emotional connection matter.

Experience Needed

This role is best for someone who has already worked in a licensed childcare, preschool, daycare, or early learning setting with infants and/or toddlers. Because this classroom requires strong safety habits and confidence with daily care routines, prior infant/toddler experience is required.

What You’ll Do

You will help care for infants and toddlers through consistent, loving, hands-on care.

Responsibilities include:

• Daily Care - Feeding, diapering/toileting, nap supervision, and transitions
• Safety - Active supervision, eyes-on awareness, and anticipating risks before they happen
• Classroom Care - Maintaining clean, sanitary classroom routines including bottles, food, toys, and diapering areas
• Child Support - Comforting children with calm, steady, nurturing responses
• Learning Activities - Supporting music, sensory play, language development, and fine/gross motor activities
• Family Communication - Keeping daily notes accurate for meals, naps, diapers, mood, and needs
• Teamwork -Helping support classroom ratios and working respectfully with the team

What We’re Looking For

• Warm, patient, and emotionally steady
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable with lifting, bending, floor time, and active classroom work
• Calm during crying, transitions, and big toddler feelings
• Coachable and willing to follow safety and health procedures consistently
• Team-first and respectful with children, families, and coworkers

Requirements

• Prior infant and/or toddler childcare experience required
• Must meet Virginia childcare employment requirements, including background checks
• CPR/First Aid preferred, or willingness to obtain
• Ability to follow health, safety, supervision, and sanitation procedures every day

What Success Looks Like

• Babies and toddlers are safe, soothed, engaged, and cared for with consistency
• Classroom routines run smoothly
• Diapering, feeding, nap, and sanitation routines are dependable
• Families feel confident and supported
• Your classroom feels calm, loving, and well-supervised

Why Join Us

• Supportive early learning school environment
• Meaningful work with infants and toddlers
• Paid training/professional development, if applicable
• Growth opportunities for strong performers
• A mission-driven culture focused on safety, respect, and joy