CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES·Williamsburg, Virginia
Provide staffing support and developmentally appropriate care for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years in a nurturing environment. Foster growth in social, emotional, nutritional, and physical development while partnering with families.
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Substitute teacher (Infants & toddlers - Early head start)
Child development resources (Cdr) | williamsburg, va
Are you looking for flexible work that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families? Join Child Development Resources (CDR) and become part of a caring, mission-driven team dedicated to helping children get the strongest possible start in life.
With our beautiful new facility and continued growth throughout the community, now is the perfect time to join our Early Head Start team.
Why choose cdr?
At CDR, you're more than a substitute—you are a valued member of a team that supports children, families, and fellow educators every day.
What you'll love about working here: ✨ Flexible scheduling
✨ Meaningful work with children and families
✨ Supportive team environment
✨ Beautiful new facility
✨ Opportunity to gain experience in early childhood education
✨ Paid training opportunities
✨ Work that truly makes a difference
Provide staffing support, as needed, at our Early Head Start center.
Assist with developmentally appropriate care and education in a nurturing environment.
Foster growth in key developmental areas, including social, emotional, nutritional, and physical development.
Support classroom routines and learning activities that encourage exploration and growth.
Partner with families to support children's learning and individual needs.
Help maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment.
Play a key role in our federally funded Early Head Start (EHS) program, supporting qualifying families with vital early learning services.
Required qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience working with infants and young toddlers in a group care setting.
Experience providing safe, healthy, responsive caregiving and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
Flexibility to work on an as-needed basis.
Knowledge of child safety, nutrition, and inclusive early learning practices.
Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine love for working with children.
Bonus points for
Experience working in Early Head Start, Head Start, or licensed child-care programs.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Medication Administration Training (MAT).
Bilingual skills.
Experience supporting children of all abilities and diverse family backgrounds.
Whether you're an experienced early childhood professional, a retiree looking for meaningful part-time work, a college student pursuing education, or someone passionate about working with young children, we'd love to hear from you.
New Building. New Opportunities. New You.
Apply today and become part of a team that is strengthening families, empowering children, and building a stronger community every day.
Child Development Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.
Market context
In Virginia, substitute teacher roles are often in steady demand as districts look to keep classrooms covered during absences and staffing gaps. These roles can be competitive because schools value candidates with a bachelor’s degree, classroom experience, and strong management skills; a valid state teaching certification can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight child-focused experience and classroom control.
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