Teacher Aides - Infant/Toddler (Loudoun / Ashburn)

About the role

We are seeking multiple Teacher Aides to join the NVFS Early Childhood Education team in Loudoun County. Early Head Start (EHS) is a federally funded, community-based program that supports low-income expectant mothers and families with infants and toddlers up to age three. Our program promotes healthy prenatal outcomes, supports early childhood development, and strengthens families.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and create a safe, nurturing environment for infants and toddlers.
• Absorb and implement observations, developmental tracking, and documentation.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities using positive guidance techniques.
• Build strong relationships with families and support teachers in daily classroom operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma; encouraged to pursue further early childhood education.
• Must be able to complete requirements to obtain an Infant Toddler CDA within 12 months of hire.
• At least one (1) year experience working with or providing services to children (aged 0-5) and families.
• Oral and written fluency in English; bilingual language fluency a plus.
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules and policy and procedures manuals.
• Attendance reliability.
• Ability to follow Early Head Start guidelines for working with children.
• Proficiency in use of basic technological tools including laptops/computers, email, phones, and internet; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to demonstrate and live the organizational values of Communication, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, and Accountability.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of background checks, TB test and physical upon hire.
• Must be able to lift a child up to 40 lbs.
• Must be comfortable coming into contact with sick children and taking care of toileting demands of children.

Skills

• Positive guidance techniques.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and educators.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer comprehensive benefit offerings to support various dimensions of your wellbeing. This position has a starting hourly rate of $14.17 and is an onsite role.