Assistant Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Company: LeafSpring School of Hanover
Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services

Help Young Minds Grow — Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring School Hanover!
Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? LeafSpring Hanover is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If you’re passionate about child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments , this is the opportunity for you!

Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?

• Paid time off and holidays , including your birthday!
• Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
• Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
• Paid training and continuing education opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for professional development
• Meals provided daily
• Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
• Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning

Your Role as an Assistant Teacher
As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll work closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-age children. You’ll help implement play-based learning activities , manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily routines including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time
• Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on children’s developmental needs and interests
• Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations
• Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies
• Observe and document children’s behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team
• Provide age-appropriate support for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers , depending on assigned classroom
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education (preferred)
• Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
• Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to children’s needs
• High school diploma or GED required
• CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required)

Make a Difference Every Day
If you’re ready to begin or grow your career in early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive school community that values your contributions, apply today to become an Assistant Preschool Teacher at LeafSpring Schools !