Lead Teacher - Early Childhood-YWCA Richmond

About Us

The Sprout School is a dynamic, inclusive early childhood center with five locations throughout the city of Richmond. We are committed to providing high-quality education to children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Our program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing child‑led inquiry, collaborative learning, and the belief that children are capable, competent, and full of potential.

The Sprout School is a dynamic, inclusive early childhood center with five locations throughout the city of Richmond. We are committed to providing high‑quality education to children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Our program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing child‑led inquiry, collaborative learning, and the belief that children are capable, competent, and full of potential.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Education Professional to join our team. In this role, you will:

• Lead a mixed‑age classroom, fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Implement and adapt the Reggio Emilia‑inspired curriculum to meet the developmental needs and interests of each child.
• Document children’s learning processes through observations and reflections.
• Collaborate with co‑teachers, families, and the community to create a cohesive learning experience.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

• CDA or AA/BA in ECE; or a Non‑ECE BA with 15 ECE credits and 1 year of experience. Or Bachelor's degree in any major.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and techniques of Early Childhood Education.

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• 1+ years of experience working within an ECE setting.
• Training in and experience with Virginia’s Quality Initiatives, NAEYC, Reggio Emilia Inspired learning models, and Creative Curriculum.
• Multilingual and multicultural demographics.

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employer‑paid life insurance, Employer‑paid Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement Plan, and Employee Assistance Plan.

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YWCA Richmond is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

We will transform individual lives and our community by creating access to opportunities, strengthening resilience, and advancing equitable systems for lifelong success.