Part-Time Early Childhood Center Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University’s Child Development Center is seeking part-time Center Assistants to provide classroom coverage and support early learning across classrooms for children ages 16 months to 5 years. The role involves assisting teachers, managing routines, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

The position requires CPR/First Aid certification, 20–29 weekly hours, and basic background checks. Salary is $18.00 hourly with fully onsite work arrangements.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Weekly availability of at least 20 hours, not to exceed 29 hours.
• Fingerprint, Background Check Approval.
• High School Diploma, GED Equivalent.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills among colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in delivering age-appropriate activities, promoting self-regulation and behavior development, and responding to teacher requests and needs in a timely manner.
• Support students in developing self-help skills including diapering, toilet-training, hand-washing, first-aid, cleanliness and hygiene.
• Model professionalism and engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement; seek feedback from administrators and teachers.
• Float among classrooms to provide bathroom breaks or planning coverage.
• Maintain flexibility and cooperativeness; be mindful of instruction, behavior management and children's needs.
• Maintain weekly objective-based lesson plans and prepare materials for activities.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and respond to administrative needs including licensing and NAEYC standards.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University’s Child Development Center is seeking part-time Center Assistants to provide classroom coverage and support early learning across classrooms for children ages 16 months to 5 years. The role involves assisting teachers, managing routines, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

The position requires CPR/First Aid certification, 20–29 weekly hours, and basic background checks. Salary is $18.00 hourly with fully onsite work arrangements.