Child Care Teacher Job at AMER Technology, Inc., Richmond, VA

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  • AMER Technology, Inc.
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Child Care Teacher

Location: Richmond, VA 23298

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Start Date: Ideally 3/2/26

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7.5-hour shift between 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM (shift TBD)

Openings: 6

About the Role

The Child Care Teacher uses the Reggio Emilia approach to create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages six weeks to six years . Working as part of a collaborative teaching team, this role supports children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development while fostering independence, creativity, and self-esteem.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with Reggio principles
  • Document children’s daily progress, observations, and activities; prepare parent reports
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom following infection control and safety standards
  • Support cognitive, social, language, and gross/fine motor development
  • Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as assigned
  • Follow all licensing and accrediting body requirements and center policies
  • Promote positive interactions that enhance children’s self-concept and independence
  • Participate in staff meetings, required training, and continuing education
  • Maintain strong collaboration with teachers, leadership, and families
  • Ensure safe supervision indoors, outdoors, and on playgrounds

Required Education

  • Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Psychology, Psychology, or related field OR
  • High School Diploma or equivalent with 40+ hours of coursework in early childhood education or related field
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience considered

Preferred Education & Certification

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Required Experience & Skills

  • Minimum 2 years of experience working with children ages six weeks to six years (paid or unpaid)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage frequent interactions with parents and families
  • Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple priorities
  • Physical ability to bend, climb, and move as required in a classroom setting

Preferred Experience

  • Experience working with children ages six weeks to two years
  • Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy

Job Tags

Monday to Friday, Shift work,

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