Childcare Assistant Teacher

Child Development Schools • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside the Lead Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. Through hands-on activities, storytelling, and everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them. You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important member of a collaborative teaching team dedicated to engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun early childhood education.

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with more than 270 centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. The organization is committed to high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities it serves, and to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. It provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants regardless of protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass a background check.
• Have genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Have the physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children.

Nice To Haves

• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and classroom activities.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements.
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time.
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher.
• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication.
• Assist with classroom documentation, including attendance and daily reports.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k).
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO.
• 50% tuition discount for employees' own children enrolled at a CDS center.
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Access to PerkSpot discounts on major brands and services.
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED