Summary
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center is seeking warm, energetic, and dedicated Teachers and Teacher Assistants to join our childcare team! We are a nurturing, faith-inspired early learning environment that values professionalism, teamwork, and a genuine love for children.
In these roles, you will support the developmental, social, and emotional growth of young learners through engaging activities, positive guidance, and a safe, structured classroom environment. Teachers and Assistants work together to implement age-appropriate curriculum, maintain cleanliness and safety standards, communicate with families, and contribute to a joyful, supportive center culture.
If you are passionate about early childhood education, dependable, and excited to make a meaningful impact each day, we would love to meet you!
Duties
- Assist in the development and implementation of lesson plans based on the A Beka Book Christian curriculum, child engagement, and educational activities.
- Maintaining a clean, welcoming environment and decorating the classroom/collecting materials.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through the BrightWheel App, verbal and written communications, and progress reports.
- Being Aware of and following all center policies and state regulations.
- Maintain personal professional development through continuing education credits provided by the center or independently, as approved and according to the Licensing Standards and center policies.
- Maintaining a positive attitude and understanding of child development.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
- CDA, AA, BA, teacher’s credential or equivalent.
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- An understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the A Beka Book Curriculum.
- Experience with the BrightWheel App.
- Medical Administration Training (MAT) Certificate.
- Daily Health Observation (DHO)
- CDA, 90 clock hours, 12 university credits in a child related field, AA in Early Childhood Education, B.A. in a child related field.
Benefits
- FT (Monday-Friday between the hours of 7am-6pm)
- Medical, Dental, Vision (Kaiser)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Training
- Professional Development Assistance
- Referral Program
Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent
Job Type : Full Time
Category : Education/Training
Minimum Experience : 1 Yr
Location : Alexandria, VA