Assistant Pre-K Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Pre-K Teacher

River Road Early Learning Center
Richmond, Virginia | Full-Time
$17–$19 per hour

About the Position

River Road Early Learning Center is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Assistant Pre-K Teacher to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children, believes in the importance of early childhood education, and is passionate about helping children develop academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside our Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that prepares children for kindergarten success. Every interaction is an opportunity to encourage curiosity, build confidence, and inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Position Overview

The Assistant Pre-K Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in implementing daily classroom activities, maintaining a safe and organized environment, and building positive relationships with children and families. The ideal candidate is dependable, collaborative, patient, and enthusiastic about working as part of a professional teaching team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
• Support children's cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development.
• Foster a warm, nurturing classroom where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and rest time.
• Assist with classroom organization, preparation of materials, and daily routines.
• Encourage positive behavior through consistent guidance and encouragement.
• Support early literacy, math, science, art, music, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Observe children and share developmental observations with the Lead Teacher.
• Build positive relationships with families through daily communication.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators to support student success.
• Follow all Virginia licensing regulations and River Road Early Learning Center policies.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• CDA, associate's degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, dependable, and professional attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom activities.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate:

• Has a genuine love for working with young children.
• Must be patient, kind, and nurturing.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with a Lead Teacher.
• Takes initiative and is eager to learn.
• Creates positive relationships with children and families.
• Is organized, dependable, and flexible.
• Believes every child deserves a joyful and engaging learning experience.

Why Join River Road Early Learning Center?

At River Road Early Learning Center, we are building more than a childcare program—we are creating a school community where children thrive and teachers are valued. We are committed to supporting our staff through professional growth, collaborative leadership, and a positive workplace culture.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay ($17–$19/hour)
• Center-paid vision insurance
• Center-paid dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Two-week paid Christmas Break
• Optional summer schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Beautiful campus in Richmond's West End

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children every day, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and help inspire a lifelong love of learning at River Road Early Learning Center!