Job description

Discovery Learning Center has been helping kids play, learn & grow for more than 18 years. Discovery Learning Center offers a unique blend of childcare services designed to meet each child's developmental needs, resulting in Whole Child Development. Whole Child Development is a teaching philosophy designed to strengthen and encourage every child's emotional, intellectual, social, and physical well-being through expert care and a unique partnership with parents. The Discovery family dedicates itself to ensuring a safe home-away-from-home environment for every child and the best educational practices that exceed our families' highest expectations.

The right candidate will:

• Plan and conduct an effective child development program to meet each child's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
• Perform child care routines in a prompt, hygienic, and consistent manner. To include practices related to diapering, hand washing, eating, napping, and transitioning between activities.
• Ensure the safety of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Operate the classroom in compliance with all child care licensing standards and Discovery's Employee and Policy Handbooks.
• Create an open, friendly, and cooperative atmosphere where children and families feel comfortable and secure. Provide experiences that promote individual expression through conversation, play, and creativity. Provide a variety of language stimulation activities.
• Ensure that parents receive adequate information about their child's experiences at the center through personal contact and our parent portal.
• Initiate classroom activities daily (sing-a-longs, art projects, sensory exploration, outdoor stimulation).
• Observe children detect signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, emotional disturbance, or other special needs, and report these signs immediately to the Director.
• Use equipment and supplies safely and conscientiously, keeping the physical environment clean and orderly.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information at all times.
• Inspect the school site and equipment for potential safety hazards, take corrective action, or inform the Director to prevent injuries.

The right candidate will possess these qualities:

• Team Player
• Self-Starter
• Positive Demeanor
• Flexibility
• Patience
• Sense of Humor
• Problem Solver

Requirements:

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a licensed child care facility is required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, required
• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA); or

• 2-4 years of equivalent experience, preferred
• Ability to pass background and fingerprinting check
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• TB required
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccinations are recommended but not required. Face coverings are optional.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dale City, VA 22193: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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