TODDLER Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent hourly wages

Bonuses

403b retirement plan

Free Dental

Health insurance

Child care discounts

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Common Ground in Reston is seeking a full-time toddler teacher to care for children 16 months to 3.5 years old as part of three toddler classrooms. The role emphasizes responsive caregiving and individualized care within a supportive team.

The position runs 10am to 6pm, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute paid break. Previous child-care experience is preferred; strong communication and patience are essential for daily interactions.

Qualifications

• Enjoys being in the company of children.
• Leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Patience, alertness, and problem-solving ability are required.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting.
• First aid and CPR certification required (preseason training provided).

Responsibilities

• Care and education of children ages 16 months to 3.5 years in the toddler program.
• Support three toddler classrooms as part of the program, and assist in the infant room when needed.
• Our center practices responsive caregiving and teamwork to focus on individualized care.
• Hours are 10am–6pm, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute paid break.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Alertness

Patience

Problem-solving

Stamina

Caring personality

Organization skills

Mediation skills

Outdoor/climate adaptability

First aid & CPR certified

Job description

About This Role

Do you love toddlers!? We are looking for someone to join our toddler team as a full time teacher.

About This Role

Do you love toddlers!? We are looking for someone to join our toddler team as a full time teacher. We are currently looking for teachers who have experience working in the child care setting, however we would consider someone looking to change careers and begin their early childhood education career! Experience with responsive caregiving is a plus. Common Ground has been providing quality care and education in Reston for over 50 years. Common Ground believes in fair wages! The position starts at $17 per hour and goes up to $25 based on education and experience. The shift is a closing shift from 10am to 6pm with a 30 minute paid break!

What You'll Do

Care and education of children ages 16 months to 3.5 years old in our toddler program. We have three toddler classrooms as a part of this team and it's the foundation of our program! The first 3 years are some of the most important in a child's life and development. Be a part of shaping the future! This position will serve the infant room which requires the ability to be a member of a team who is focused on individualized care. Our center practices responsive caregiving. Hours for this position will be 10am until 6pm Monday through Friday with a 30 minute paid break.

Requirements

• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Leadership
• Alertness
• Communication skills
• Patience
• Problem-solving skills
• Stamina
• Caring personality
• Organization skills
• Mediation skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks outside in various climates
• First aid and CPR certified (preseason training provided)
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and finger printing

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an infant classroom and in a child care center. Familiar with the CLASS tool. We would love to find someone that is interested in pursuing the education and training to become a lead teacher!

Benefits

• Excellent hourly wages
• Bonuses
• 403b retirement plan
  • immediate eligibility for contributions
  • 2% profit share after 1 year
  • 2% match after 1 year
• Free Dental
• 50% of Health Insurance
• Child care discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off