Infant Teacher

Overview

We are seeking passionate and nurturing teachers to join our Infant Team at our Boulders, Charter Colony, and Wyndham locations!

LEAF SPRING SCHOOL CARES! We value our employees and are dedicated to… Creating a fun and caring environment. We take care of families, let's start with yours... We want YOU to be a part of our school family. Come to work where your work is play and your work is vital to supporting your community. With industry-leading curriculum and staff benefits, we focus on what really matters, the children and the teachers.

• 401(k)
• 401K matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Investing in you and your future
• Industry-leading salary and benefits
• Minimum of 60% child-care discount
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Anniversary and Recognition Program
• Employee referral program ($1,000 per successful referral)
• Our Work is Play!
• Fun Fridays and Spirit Days
• Staff outings and holiday gatherings
• Snacks and coffee provided on site
• 11 Paid Holidays that include an extra day for your Birthday (available on the first day of employment!)
• Paid Time Off
• Teacher workdays built into the school calendar

• Responsible for the daily supervision and management of a primary care group of up to 5 children, ranging from 6 weeks to 1 year of age.
• Plans, implements, and supervises the class's daily program according to the philosophy of Leaf Spring School.
• Incorporates principles of age-appropriate growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice in daily lesson plans.
• Must complete the Virginia Preservice Training (10-hr training)

• Must possess a love for children and an ability to relate well with them, their families, and teachers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A positive attitude and work ethic – must be a team player!

• 6+ months of programmatic experience, working in a licensed and/or accredited child care facility required.
• High School Diploma required. Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or another child-related field. (assistance available for those who want to further their degree!)
• Does not have scheduling restrictions between the hours of 6:45 am-6:15 pm

We will train you and give you valuable industry experience. Daycare, nanny, summer camp, babysitting, Montessori, and Reggio-Emilio experience welcome!

Leaf Spring School is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

Job Types: Full-time