Daycare Teacher

Little Beginnings Child Development Center•Arlington, VA

8d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to a place of work where you consistently feel appreciated. Work somewhere where you feel valued and acknowledged if you want to be your best self. From building ties with kiddos in the classroom to understanding coworkers, you'll love waking up for your career every day. The ideal candidate is creative, helpful, kind, a team player, and unafraid to work hard and have fun! Do you prioritize qualities like excitement, cooperation, and encouragement in a job? To help your career and impact soar, take advantage of a workplace and team that recognize your specialness, talents, and skills. You will learn things to help your career and enjoy the wonderful work-life balance and friendly atmosphere you walk into daily. Take advantage of chances for paid training, professional development, and growth within the organization that is available for career advancement. Get the help you need to advance in the way you deserve. At Little Beginnings, we believe that great things start small — and that includes careers! Founded in 1986 by a group of passionate parents who wanted something more meaningful than traditional daycare, Little Beginnings is a non-profit, year-round, full-day parent cooperative childcare center in the heart of Arlington. What began as a bold vision by five moms in 1983 has grown into a thriving learning community where children, families, and educators grow together. We’re more than just a childcare center — we’re a place where you can make a lasting impact. Our inclusive environment serves children from 3 months to 5 years old and offers integrated classrooms that support children with and without disabilities, thanks to our partnership with Arlington Public Schools’ Preschool Integrated Program. Speech, occupational, and physical therapy services are also available on-site for eligible students. Working at Little Beginnings means being part of a collaborative and mission-driven team where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your love for early childhood education is celebrated every day. As a licensed program through the Commonwealth of Virginia and Arlington County, we uphold high standards — but never at the expense of joy, creativity, or connection. If you’re an educator who thrives in a nurturing, child-centered environment and wants to work where play is purposeful, relationships are prioritized, and everyone’s voice is valued — we’d love to meet you! Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education

Responsibilities

Develop a careful and creative program suitable for specific age groups of children
Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe.
Track children’s progress and report to parents
Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche.
Collaborate with other educators.
Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.