Child Care Teacher (ECE)
Our client, a leading healthcare organization in Richmond, VA is looking for a Child Care Teacher to join their on-site early childhood education center. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who enjoys working with young children but is looking for the stability, resources, professional environment, and benefits of a large healthcare organization.
Teachers support children from approximately 6 weeks through 6 years of age, including the children of hospital employees, frontline medical staff, and faculty. They will be responsible for emphasizing creativity, exploration, independence, and child-led learning.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities
- Create a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment that promotes cognitive, social, emotional, language, and motor development
- Build positive relationships with children and families and provide regular feedback regarding progress and daily activities
- Maintain classroom records and required documentation
- Support the implementation of specific learning principles in both indoor and outdoor environments
- Supervise assigned teacher aides and volunteers as appropriate
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom and follow infection-control, licensing, and safety requirements
- Collaborate with fellow teachers, leadership, and staff to provide consistent, high-quality care
- Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and professional development opportunities
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of formal childcare/early childhood experience required
- Experience working with children from infancy through preschool age
- Child Development Associate (CDA) certification required
- Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Psychology, Psychology, or a closely related field preferred
- Candidates with a combination of relevant education, early childhood coursework, and experience may also be considered
- Experience working with infants and toddlers is highly preferred
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- 7.5-hour shifts
- Childcare center operates between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Shifts will fall within center operating hours
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Stable, mission-driven environment within a major healthcare organization
- Opportunity to support the children and families of the hospital’s frontline staff, faculty, and broader healthcare community
- Collaborative teaching environment with established educational and safety standards
- Meaningful work where early childhood educators are viewed as an important part of the hospital community
- Generous tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Strong organizational resources and long-term career stability
Compensation: $18–$22/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to [email protected]