Benefits:

401(k)

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly | Chantilly, VA Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–6:30 PM $18–$20/hour | $500 signing bonus after 3 months

At Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly, our mission is simple: Create Joy 😊

We are looking for a warm, dependable, and upbeat Closing Shift Front Desk & School Support Assistant to help our early learning school end each day with organization, care, and positive family connection.

This is a part-time, hands-on role for someone who enjoys greeting families, answering phones, supporting pickup time, helping classrooms when needed, and creating a great final impression for children, parents, and staff.

What You’ll Do

Welcome families during afternoon pickup

Greet children, families, staff, and visitors with warmth and professionalism

Answer phones and take clear messages

Follow closing checklists to help the school end the day smoothly

Note parent questions, messages, or follow-up items and pass them to leadership

Help with simple office tasks such as copies, forms, packets, labels, and light organization

Support classrooms as needed with transitions, short coverage, materials, or ratio support

Help keep the front office, shared spaces, and common areas clean, calm, and welcoming

Occasionally make warm calls to prospective families using a simple script

What We’re Looking For

Bubbly, friendly, and professional personality

Reliable and punctual

Comfortable greeting families and answering phones

Able to stay calm and pleasant during busy pickup times

Able to follow checklists and simple directions

Willing to help in classrooms when needed

Clear, warm, and professional communication

Positive team spirit and strong work ethic

Professional, confidential, and drama-free

Eligible to work in a childcare setting, including required background checks

Nice to Have

Experience in childcare, school office, front desk, customer service, hospitality, or family-facing roles

Interest in early childhood education

Comfort with basic technology

Bilingual skills are a plus

Why Join Us?

This is a great role for someone who wants meaningful part-time afternoon work in a warm, mission-driven early learning school. You will help children, families, and teachers end the day with calm, confidence, and joy.

Benefits and perks may include eligibility-based PTO, 401(k), employee discount, performance bonus opportunities, free snacks, advancement opportunities, and a supportive school community.