Are you passionate about teaching? Do you love being a part of and making a difference in a child s educational and developmental journey? Employment Status: Full-Time, 8:30am - 5:30pm Duration: Year-Round (12 months), week-days Location: Alexandria, VA Pay: Hourly, based on years of experience and/or education, certifications achieved. About the position Our preschool children are the best! Their curiosity, questioning, and zest for life inspires our passionate educators every day. As a Preschool Teacher, you will encourage preschoolers in developing their problem-solving skills, guide them in both structured learning and playtime, and prepare them with the knowledge they ll need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. A little about us Chesterbrook Academy is an independent private school founded on the belief that education is a significant influence in the life of a child. Our mission is to create a school community that inspires children to realize their full potential while providing a safe and nurturing school environment. To support our mission, we bring together principals, teachers, and parents who are passionate about education. Our goal is to prepare students to become creative problem-solvers, innovators, and confident, compassionate leaders. Together, we provide the best possible learning environment for our students to achieve outstanding results. A little about you You are a fun and energetic preschool teacher who is passionate about childcare and early childhood education. You like being creative within the framework of the curriculum. You are patient, kind, and understanding, and take the time to develop personal connections with your families. Above all, you love learning and instill that zest in your students. At Chesterbrook Academy, we are committed to helping you to be the best teacher you can be. A typical day Preschool Teachers at Chesterbrook Academy create a warm, engaging, and creative classroom, promoting a curriculum that teaches 21st-century skills of communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and analysis. A lot of fun between circle time, playtime, snack time should be expected. Musts Chesterbrook Academy Teachers are dedicated to the love of learning and inspire their students to exceed their potential. Engaging, creative, and full of life are a few words that describe our preschool teaching professionals. Create and deliver engaging lesson plans, implement the school curriculum, and assess the individual developmental needs of each student. Being a strong communicator and having an abundance of patience is the key to success for our teachers Having an educational background with early childhood units shall include courses that cover the general areas of child growth and development, child, family, and community, and program/curriculum or a Bachelor of Child Development is needed for this opportunity. Must successfully clear criminal background without exemption. Meets minimum preparation and experience required for certification as an Early Childhood Education Teacher. Complies with all state education and licensing standards and maintains validation of credentials for the position (ie professional development). Benefits for full-time employees Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K 3 paid Sick Days (*based on date of hire) Education Assistance Program Tuition Discount to enroll your child(ren) in our programs Employee Referral Bonus