Job detail
Toddler Assistant Teacher
Merritt Academy
FULL_TIME, PART_TIME
Posted 4/11/2026
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Salary
$14 - $18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The assistant teacher supports developmentally appropriate academic and values curricula in a safe, nurturing environment. They assist with classroom management, including supervision, transitions, and the preparation of supplies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a love for children and the physical ability to lift 45 pounds and engage in active play. A high school diploma and experience working with children are preferred, along with cpr and first aid certification.
high schoolTeamworkCommunicationCPRProfessionalismFirst aidPhysical staminaClassroom managementChild supervisionEarly childhood educationInstructional support
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive pay
- Employer matching
- Professional development training
- Discounted tuition rate