Pre-K Reading and Writing Specialist

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

At Celebree School™ we grow people BIG and small. This promise reflects our holistic approach to growth, emphasizing the importance of nurturing both children and team members to reach their fullest potential. Celebree provides a supportive environment where team members have access to continuous learning, development opportunities, individual growth plans, and career pathways.

• Support children’s literacy development in accordance with the Virginia Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS), specifically in the areas of communication, language, and literacy.
• Provide small‑group and individualized instruction using developmentally appropriate, play‑based strategies.
• Support phonological awareness, letter knowledge, print awareness, and emergent writing.
• Model effective read‑alouds, storytelling, and oral language activities.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literacy goals into daily classroom routines.
• Observe, document, and monitor children’s progress using approved assessment and observation tools.
• Support early identification and intervention for children who may need additional literacy support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with licensing and program requirements.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding children’s progress when appropriate.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.

• Experience working with preschool or kindergarten‑aged children.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice as defined by Virginia licensing standards.
• Ability to support inclusive classroom environments.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must meet Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) or Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) background check requirements.
• Must complete required annual training hours as mandated by Virginia licensing.
• Must maintain current certifications as required, including health and safety training.
• Must comply with all state, local, and center policies and procedures.

• Preschool classroom and small‑group instructional settings.
• Collaborative, licensed early childhood education environment.
• Emphasis on child safety, supervision, and developmental appropriateness.

$15.00 - $25.00 per hour