Benefits:

401(k)

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Pre-K Teacher — Kindergarten Readiness Focus

Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly | Chantilly, VA Full-Time Preferred | Part-Time Considered for Highly Qualified Candidates Now interviewing qualified candidates

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

We are hiring a strong, nurturing, and organized Pre-K Teacher to help children build the confidence, independence, and skills they need for a successful transition into Kindergarten.

This is an important classroom leadership role for someone who loves Pre-K, understands school readiness, and can balance structure with warmth.

What You’ll Do

Lead a warm, structured, and engaging Pre-K classroom

Teach early literacy, math, language, fine motor, problem-solving, and independence skills

Help children build routines, listening skills, classroom expectations, and confidence

Support social-emotional growth with calm, consistent guidance

Maintain active supervision and safe classroom practices

Communicate professionally with families about progress and readiness

Partner with leadership and team members to create a prepared, joyful classroom

What We’re Looking For

Strong Pre-K, preschool, or early childhood teaching experience

Passion for Kindergarten readiness

Classroom management skills with structure and warmth

Organized, dependable, and consistent work habits

Excellent communication with families and team members

Joyful, patient, and steady presence with children

Preferred Qualifications

CDA, ECE coursework, or degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

Experience teaching Pre-K in a licensed childcare, preschool, early learning, or private school setting

Elementary school experience is highly valued and may qualify for faster consideration

CPR/First Aid preferred, or willingness to obtain

Familiarity with lesson planning and child progress tracking

Requirements

Must meet Virginia childcare employment requirements, including background checks

Must be reliable and punctual

Must maintain active supervision and safe classroom practices

Why Join Us?

This is a meaningful role for a teacher who wants to help children take their next big step. You will support Kindergarten readiness, partner with families, and lead a classroom where children feel safe, capable, and excited to learn.

We are actively interviewing qualified candidates now.

Apply Today

Children’s Lighthouse of Chantilly is an equal-opportunity employer.