Floater Child Care Assistant Teacher
Chesterbrook Academy (#812), 3039 Stony Point Rd, Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
- Education
- Full-time
- child care assistant
- early childhood education
- preschool teacher
The Floater Child Care Assistant Teacher supports early childhood education by providing flexible classroom assistance across various age groups, including infants through school-age children. This role involves implementing instructional activities, maintaining a safe and organized environment, and fostering positive relationships with children, families, and staff. The position offers a pathway to full-time teaching while delivering hands-on, play-based learning in diverse pedagogical settings.
Chesterbrook Academy is seeking a dependable and flexible Preschool Substitute Teacher to support our school! This role offers the opportunity to work across classrooms serving children from infants through school-age, ensuring continuity of care and learning when teachers are absent.
Ideal for those exploring early childhood education or looking to grow into a long-term classroom role, this position provides valuable experience and the potential to transition into a full-time teacher position.
As a Substitute Teacher, you’ll step into classrooms as needed, support daily routines, and maintain a positive, engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn.
What You’ll Do:
- Support classroom instruction and routines for multiple age groups (Infant–School Age)
- Encourage independence and collaboration through hands-on, play-based learning.
- Assist with instructional activities, supervision, meal/snack times, and transitions
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom setting aligned with school expectations
- Collaborate with teaching teams and follow established lesson plans and schedules
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members
- Model professionalism, flexibility, and a willingness to jump in where needed
Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements
• Previous experience working with children in a licensed childcare or school setting preferred
• Ability to adapt to different age groups, teaching styles, and classroom needs
• Strong communication, reliability, and a warm, caring presence
• Authorization to work in the United States
Why Join Chesterbrook Academy:
• Flexible, as-needed schedule with opportunity to grow
• Experience working across all classroom ages- Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, and School-Age
• Supportive team culture rooted in collaboration and respect
• Professional development, mentorship, and pathway to full-time employment
• Meaningful work that directly supports each child’s development and daily success
If you’re ready to inspire young minds, build lasting connections, and grow your career in early childhood education, apply today and help us continue developing the best schools and educators in America!




