Assistant Preschool Teacher

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Job Description

Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Company: LeafSpring School at Wyndham
Location: 5701 Wyndham Park Drive Glen Allen, VA 23059
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services

Help Young Minds Grow Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!
Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? LeafSpring Schools is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If youre passionate about child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments, this is the opportunity for you!

Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?
  • Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
  • Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
  • Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
  • Paid training and continuing education opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement for professional development
  • Meals provided daily
  • Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
  • Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
Your Role as an Assistant Teacher
As an Assistant Teacher, youll work closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-age children. Youll help implement play-based learning activities, manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each childs social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support daily routines including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time
  • Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on childrens developmental needs and interests
  • Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations
  • Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies
  • Observe and document childrens behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team
  • Provide age-appropriate support for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, depending on assigned classroom
  • Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment
Qualifications
  • Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education (preferred)
  • Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
  • Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children
  • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
  • Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to childrens needs
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required)
Make a Difference Every Day
If youre ready to begin or grow your career in early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive school community that values your contributions, apply today to become an Assistant Preschool Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!

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Location:
Glen Allen
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Education

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