Toddler Afternoon Assistant Teacher

Summary

Ascension Episcopal Day School is hiring a Toddler Afternoon Assistant Teacher in Norfolk, VA. The role is part‑time, with work hours from 12:00 to 6:00, and involves caring for 12 children in a 1‑year‑old Toddler classroom. The assistant will help the Lead Teacher develop and maintain a nurturing and creative learning community. Starting pay is $15 per hour. The school serves pre‑school children ages 6 weeks through 5 years.

We are always accepting applications for this role.

• Actively engage with students in their play and activities.
• Follow staff policies and procedures to ensure a healthy and safe environment, including cleaning and sterilizing the classroom and materials throughout the day.
• Assist in maintaining attendance and classroom records.
• Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information and ideas on a continuous basis.
• Work to improve teaching and professional skills by attending workshops and trainings.
• Consistently maintain open and friendly relationships with each child's family.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

• Experience working with young children, especially in an early education center.
• Some training in early education or a related field.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Must love working with children and be able to maintain a positive, professional attitude, including the ability to work effectively with a team of other teachers.

• Encouragement to play with kids and have fun both indoors and outdoors.
• Competitive wages for early education.
• Paid trainings for professional development.
• Potential for advancement and promotion.
• The "Angel Fund" provides possible extra money for staff emergencies.
• Two bonuses a year.
• Gift cards and breakfasts/lunches given as extra thank‑you recognitions throughout the year.
• Possible extended leave for emergency situations.
• One paid doctor visit per year plus paid vaccines and gift cards up to $150 for vaccines.