Part Time Early Childhood Educator - Lorton, VA

Part Time Early Childhood Educator - Lorton, VA

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Part Time Educator:
Infant, Toddler or Preschool Classrooms

About Brynmor (find us on Linked In, Facebook, Instagram and X @brynmorearlyed). Established in 2022 with a vision that high quality early childhood education is within reach for every child, family and community, our mission is to ensure that: each child reaches their full potential; parents are free to do their best work with peace of mind because their children are safe, loved and thriving;

and early childhood educators are respected and valued for the critical role they are playing in the development and learning of young children.

We are a privately owned business established with the belief that private companies have a responsibility to be a force for good. We believe that the growth of our company must be in partnership with the children and families we serve, the early childhood educators and staff we employ, and the companies and public agencies with whom we partner. Here’s more on our values and beliefs and how our existence is dedicated to the experiences children, families and our team have in our programs each and every day.

Job Location:

Lorton, VA (on-site)

Reports to:

Early Childhood Educator Team Lead

Salary range: $15.00 to $23.00 depending on educational credentials and experience

Schedule:

Part time, Monday through Friday

Our Early Childhood Educators will be responsible for the daily health, safety, well‑being, development and learning of young children in their care. They will have independence and work as a collaborative team to ensure the experiences young children are having at Brynmor optimize their health, development and learning.

These individuals will see themselves as proactive partners with families—actively communicating about child experiences, their observations and listening and learning from families about their aspirations and concerns for their children.

The candidates are transparent and collaborative partners willing to innovate and experiment to support the evolving practice of high‑quality early childhood education.

• Demonstrate Brynmor’s vision, mission, values and beliefs that center children, families and educators as the core components to high quality early childhood education.
• Ensure the safety, care, well‑being and learning of children at all times and comply with all local, state and federal laws, standards and regulations.
• Ensure that high quality, inviting, well‑resourced environments and materials are maintained and accessible both in each classroom and outdoors.
• Exemplify the highest level of business and personal integrity, be mission‑driven and have a team orientation at all times.
• Competently utilize High Scope Curriculum and COR Advantage to drive decisions about daily lesson planning, activities and child experiences.
• Establish and maintain strong, proactive relationships and communications with families.
• Partner with educator teammates to ensure the entire experience for children and families and the Brynmor team is one of mutual respect, shared responsibility and a common vision.

• Minimum high school diploma with Child Development Associate (CDA). Associate’s degree in early childhood education or a closely related field preferred.
• Preferred experience in working in a NAEYC‑Accredited early education program.
• Preferred experience in High Scope curriculum.
• Familiarity with COR Advantage Assessment and Brightwheel childcare management is welcomed.
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia approaches and practices is welcomed.
• Fluency in multiple languages is welcomed.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, sit on floor, kneel, bend, and carry young children.

• Compensation range: $15.00 to $23.00 per hour depending on educational credentials and experience.
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• 401(K) with a matching plan
• Tuition reimbursement for coursework leading to a degree or credential in early childhood education.
• Child‑care tuition discount
• NAEYC Membership
• Annual professional development

Please send cover letter and resume to

Brynmor Early Education & Preschool is a Certified Women‑Owned Business and a Certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Business.

All educator positions at Brynmor align to the Early Childhood Educator I, II and III in the Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators and the construct of the Unifying Framework for the Early Childhood Education Profession.