Early Childhood - Teacher Aide YWCA Richmond

YWCA Richmond- SPROUT School
Richmond, VA

Summary

The Sprout School is a dynamic, inclusive early childhood center with five locations throughout the city of Richmond. We are committed to providing high-quality education to children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Our program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing child-led inquiry, collaborative learning, and the belief that children are capable, competent, and full of potential.​

Position Overview
We are seeking a supportive, dependable Teacher Aide to assist classroom teachers in creating a warm, engaging, and safe learning environment for children. This role is ideal for someone beginning their early childhood education journey and eager to learn in a collaborative, child-centered setting.

Duties

  • Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
  • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
  • Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
  • Follow all center policies and state regulations.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
  • High energy.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  • An understanding of child development.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

About Us

YWCA Richmond

MISSION: YWCA Richmond is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

VISION: We will transform individual lives and our community by creating access to opportunities, strengthening resilience, and advancing equitable systems for lifelong success.

Posted 2026-02-18

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