Childcare Substitute Teacher

Summary

Brilliant Beginnings Learning Center is looking for qualified, energetic, and fun individuals to implement a Christian-based learning curriculum to our brilliant students, aged 6 weeks to 12 years old. Applicants must be friendly, able to provide exceptional customer service to parents as well as have a great love for children.

Substitutes will be called by staff directly. These requests can come in anywhere from two weeks to 24 hours before the shift begins.
While you are not required to accept every job offered, we do ask that you aim to accept at least 50% of the requests you receive.

Applicant must be highly stable and dependable individuals interested in making an impact on our future.
To be considered for this position, you must meet all state licensing requirements listed below:
Must be at least 18 years of age, must have HS diploma, college transcripts or degree.
Must have experience working with children, can successfully complete a Virginia State Background Check and would be will to take a PPD screening.

Part-time
Pay: $14.50 - $19.50 per hour

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Must have HS diploma, college transcripts or degree
• Minimum of 6 months of professional child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• College transcripts and or degree
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

Benefits

Brilliant Beginnings offers

• FREE CHILDCARE (for one child)
• Medial
• Dental & Vision
• Holiday / Vacation Pay

About Us

At Brilliant Beginnings Learning Center, we are dedicated to nurturing the minds and hearts of children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our mission is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where every child can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

We offer a Christian-based curriculum that emphasizes character development, curiosity, and creativity, while also preparing children for future academic success. Our team is made up of energetic, caring, and passionate educators who are committed to making a positive impact on every child’s life.

At Brilliant Beginnings, we value stability, dependability, and a genuine love for children. We provide opportunities for professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a chance to be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of families and our community.