A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
Guiding Light Christian Montessori Ashburn, Virginia Full-Time
HELP BUILD A LOVING, CHRIST-CENTERED INFANT & TODDLER PROGRAM
Guiding Light Christian Montessori is preparing to open in Ashburn, Virginia, serving children from infancy through Pre-K. We are seeking an experienced, nurturing Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher to join our founding teaching team and help create a safe, loving, developmentally appropriate classroom rooted in Montessori principles and Christian values.
Our mission is:
To provide exceptional early childhood education in a loving environment where children can grow academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Learn more at
A FOUNDING TEACHER OPPORTUNITY
Because Guiding Light Christian Montessori is a new school, you will help build your classroom from the beginning. You will work with school leadership to: Prepare and organize the infant/toddler classroom Establish routines, schedules, and classroom systems Implement curriculum and learning activities Support and guide Assistant and Float Teachers Build strong relationships with founding families Maintain high standards for safety, cleanliness, supervision, and quality You won't simply step into an existing classroom. You will help build it.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher, you will: Create a warm, safe, loving, and organized classroom Build secure relationships with infants and toddlers Provide individualized care based on each child's developmental needs Support language, sensory, motor, cognitive, and social-emotional development Implement developmentally appropriate and Montessori-inspired activities Encourage independence and practical life skills Support age-appropriate Christian learning through prayer, music, Bible stories, and character development Observe and document children's progress and milestones Maintain classroom routines and accurate records Communicate professionally with parents and families Guide Assistant and Float Teachers Maintain required teacher-to-child ratios Follow Virginia licensing, health, sanitation, supervision, and safety requirements
INFANT & TODDLER CARE
Responsibilities may include: Preparing and providing bottles and meals according to individual plans Diapering and toileting Supporting nap and rest schedules Following safe sleep practices Maintaining feeding, diapering, sleep, and activity records Supporting toddler self-help skills Maintaining excellent sanitation and hygiene Providing continuous, attentive supervision
FAMILY COMMUNICATION
You will build trusted relationships with parents by: Providing regular updates on feeding, sleep, diapering, activities, and development Communicating milestones and concerns professionally Supporting families during childcare transitions Partnering with parents to provide consistency between home and school when appropriate
QUALIFICATIONS
Required or strongly preferred: Meets applicable Virginia requirements to serve as a Lead Teacher Previous infant and/or toddler experience in a licensed childcare, preschool, Montessori, or similar early childhood program Strong understanding of infant and toddler development Knowledge of feeding, diapering, safe sleep, sanitation, and supervision practices Ability to plan developmentally appropriate learning activities Strong communication and organizational skills Reliable, patient, nurturing, and professional Ability to work effectively with Assistant Teachers and leadership Ability to meet applicable background check, health, training, and licensing requirements Highly desirable: CDA with Infant/Toddler specialization Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field Montessori Inspired infant/toddler training or experience Virginia licensed childcare experience CPR/First Aid certification Medication Administration Training, where applicable Childcare management or parent communication software experience
WHO WILL THRIVE HERE
You may be a great fit if you: Genuinely enjoy caring for infants and toddlers Understand the importance of attachment, trust, consistency, and responsive caregiving Recognize individual children's cues and needs Have patience and strong attention to detail Enjoy helping toddlers build independence Communicate well with parents and coworkers Want to continue growing professionally Because we are a Christian school, candidates should be comfortable working in an environment where Christian values, prayer, biblical principles, and faith-based education are part of the school's identity and daily culture.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
We intend to offer competitive compensation based on experience, education, credentials, and qualifications. Benefits for eligible employees are expected to include: Competitive compensation Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution Professional development and training Montessori training opportunities Childcare tuition benefit/discount Opportunities for advancement Final benefit eligibility and plan terms will be provided during the hiring process.
WHY JOIN GUIDING LIGHT?
As a founding Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher, you will help establish the standard for how our youngest children are cared for and how families experience our school. We want our infant and toddler program to be known throughout Ashburn and Loudoun County for: Exceptional care. Loving teachers. Safe classrooms. Strong family communication. Developmentally appropriate learning. Christian character. Come help us build a school where even our youngest children can learn, grow, and shine.
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