TODDLER Assistant Teacher

About the role

Do you love toddlers!? We are looking for someone to join our toddler team as a full time teacher. We are currently looking for teachers who have experience working in the child care setting, however we would consider someone looking to change careers and begin their early childhood education career! Experience with responsive caregiving is a plus. Common Ground has been providing quality care and education in Reston for over 50 years. Common Ground believes in fair wages!

Responsibilities

Care and education of children ages 16 months to 3.5 years old in our toddler program. We have three toddler classrooms as a part of this team and it's the foundation of our program! The first 3 years are some of the most important in a child's life and development. Be a part of shaping the future! This position will serve the infant room which requires the ability to be a member of a team who is focused on individualized care. Our center practices responsive caregiving. Hours for this position will be 10am until 6pm Monday through Friday with a 30 minute paid break.

Requirements

• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Leadership
• Alertness
• Communication skills
• Patience
• Problem-solving skills
• Stamina
• Caring personality
• Organization skills
• Mediation skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks outside in various climates
• First aid and CPR certified (preseason training provided)
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and finger printing

Qualifications

• Experience working in an infant classroom and in a child care center
• Familiar with the CLASS tool
• Interested in pursuing the education and training to become a lead teacher

Benefits

• Excellent hourly wages
• Bonuses
• 403b retirement plan immediate eligibility for contributions
• 2% profit share after 1 year
• 2% match after 1 year
• Free Dental
• 50% of Health Insurance
• Child care discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off

Pay

The position starts at $17 per hour and goes up to $25 based on education and experience.

Schedule

Shift is a closing shift from 10am to 6pm Monday through Friday with a 30 minute paid break.