Assistant Pre-K Teacher

River Road Early Learning Center is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Assistant Pre‑K Teacher to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This full‑time position offers competitive pay at $17–$19 per hour and a supportive, collaborative environment that values professional growth and a positive workplace culture.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside our Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that prepares children for kindergarten success. You will support daily classroom activities, maintain a safe and organized environment, and build positive relationships with children and families.

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
• Support children's cognitive, language, social‑emotional, and physical development.
• Foster a warm, nurturing classroom where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and rest time.
• Assist with classroom organization, preparation of materials, and daily routines.
• Encourage positive behavior through consistent guidance and encouragement.
• Support early literacy, math, science, art, music, and hands‑on learning experiences.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Observe children and share developmental observations with the Lead Teacher.
• Build positive relationships with families through daily communication.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators to support student success.
• Follow all Virginia licensing regulations and River Road Early Learning Center policies.

• Experience working with preschool‑aged children preferred.
• CDA, associate’s degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, dependable, and professional attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom activities.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Has a genuine love for working with young children.
• Must be patient, kind, and nurturing.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with a Lead Teacher.
• Takes initiative and is eager to learn.
• Creates positive relationships with children and families.
• Is organized, dependable, and flexible.
• Believes every child deserves a joyful and engaging learning experience.

• Competitive hourly pay ($17–$19/hr)
• Center‑paid vision insurance
• Center‑paid dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Two‑week paid Christmas Break
• Optional summer schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Beautiful campus in Richmond’s West End

Join Our Team:
If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children every day, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help inspire a lifelong love of learning at River Road Early Learning Center!