Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Infant & Toddler Assistant Teacher
- Early Head Start Child Development Resources (CDR) | Williamsburg, VA

Are you ready for a fresh start in a brand-new environment where you can grow your career, make a difference, and be part of something meaningful?

At Child Development Resources (CDR), we believe every child deserves a strong start. As a trusted nonprofit serving families throughout our community, we're committed to providing exceptional early childhood education that helps children thrive socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.

With our move into a beautiful new facility and exciting growth ahead, there has never been a better time to join our team.

At CDR, you're more than an employee—you are part of a mission-driven team dedicated to changing lives every day.

• Meaningful work that impacts children and families
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Paid professional development and credentialing
• Competitive salary and benefits

As an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher serving children ages 6 weeks to 3 years, you will create a warm, engaging classroom where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn.

You’ll:

• Provide nurturing, developmentally appropriate care and education
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
• Build positive partnerships with families
• Create engaging learning experiences through play and exploration
• Maintain a low teacher‑to‑child ratio of just 4:1
• Work in classrooms with a maximum of 8 children
• Help deliver life‑changing Early Head Start services to qualifying families

Every day brings new opportunities to make a lasting impact during the most important years of a child's development.

Whether you're just beginning your early childhood journey or looking to take the next step, CDR invests in your success.

We offer:

• Paid, self‑paced Infant/Toddler CDA credentialing
• CPR, First Aid, and MAT certifications
• Coaching, mentoring, and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership committed to your growth

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
  • (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
• Experience working with infants and toddlers
• Passion for supporting children and families
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

• Willing to obtain Infant/Toddler CDA Credential
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards
• Knowledge of Virginia Child Care Licensing requirements
• CPR, First Aid, and MAT certifications

  $30,695 annually

  Time Off You'll Actually Use
  • Generous vacation leave
  • Sick leave
  • Personal leave
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Additional paid time off during Spring and Winter breaks aligned with James City County and York County Public School schedules
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employer‑paid Life Insurance
  • Optional Short‑Term Disability Coverage
  • Free Calm Premium Subscription for mental wellness
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 6% Employer Contribution
  • Fully vested after 3 years
  Professional Development
  • Paid training and certifications
  • Continuing education support
  Additional Requirements

  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:

  • Criminal background check
  • Child Protective Services background check
  • Health examination

  Child Development Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug‑Free Workplace.