Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Company: LeafSpring School of Hanover Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Job Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services
Help Young Minds Grow — Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!
Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? LeafSpring Schools is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If you’re passionate about child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments, this is the opportunity for you!
Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?
Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
Paid training and continuing education opportunities
Tuition reimbursement for professional development
Meals provided daily
Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
Your Role as an Assistant Teacher
As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll work closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-age children. You’ll help implement play-based learning activities, manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily routines including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time
Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on children’s developmental needs and interests
Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations
Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies
Observe and document children’s behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team
Provide age-appropriate support for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, depending on assigned classroom
Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment
Qualifications
Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education (preferred)
Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to children’s needs
High school diploma or GED required
CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required)
Make a Difference Every Day
If you’re ready to begin or grow your career in early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive school community that values your contributions, apply today to become an Assistant Preschool Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to LeafSpring School Corporate.