Preschool Teachers

The Virginia Early Learning Partners (VAELP) is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education to children in the Greater Richmond area. We believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for learning and future success, and our preschool programs strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners.

As a Preschool Teacher at one of our select centers, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children and their families. You will be responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. All of the sites use a preschool curriculum that is designed to foster a love of learning and prepare children for a successful transition to kindergarten.

Responsibilities:

• Create and implement lesson plans based on the needs and interests of the children
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment that supports the social and emotional development of each child
• Engage children in developmentally appropriate activities that promote their cognitive and physical development
• Observe and document children's progress and provide regular feedback to parents
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Attend parent-teacher conferences and other school events

Requirements

Requirements:

• Experience working with preschool-aged children

• Knowledge of child development principles and practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• Job Type: Full and Part Time, depending on center
• Salary: $12 - 18 per hour depending on experience and education
• Free participation for your children at select centers
• No weekends required