Assistant Teacher

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The TEA Center

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

McLean, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support a Lead Teacher in creating a safe and joyful classroom environment for children. Assist with daily routines, learning activities, and hands-on experiences to promote child growth.

Qualifications

You are a caring, dependable, and energetic team player who enjoys learning and growing in a fun environment. No teaching experience is required, as training will be provided, but a positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential.

Job Description

The T.E.A. Center is seeking an Assistant Teacher (Part-time/ Full-time) to join our supportive, family-owned childcare community.

At the T.E.A. Center, we know that strong leadership, encouragement, and teamwork make a great workplace. We believe in loving on our teachers—so they can pour that love into the children every day. This is more than a job; it’s meaningful work that truly matters.

About the Role
As a  Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside an experienced Lead Teacher to help create a safe, engaging, and joyful classroom environment. You’ll support daily routines, learning activities, and hands-on experiences that help children grow, explore, and thrive.

 Position Details:
•  $13–$17 per hour
• Minimum 2 days/week required 
• 5-day availability preferred 
• Consistent availability between 7:00 AM–6:30 PM
• Minimum 1-year commitment preferred 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Benefits & Perks:
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 3% Retirement Match
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Education Assistance (including support for an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education at no cost through our scholarship program)
• Bonus Program
• Birthday Club & Team Celebrations
• Mentor Program for ongoing support
• Positive, fun, and supportive work culture

At the T.E.A. Center, we truly are family.

What We’re Looking For:
• A caring, dependable, and energetic team player
• No teaching experience required—we’ll train the right person
• Someone who enjoys learning, growing, and having fun
• Willing to jump in where needed and support the classroom
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

Great Fit For: 

College or Senior High School Students

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The TEA Center

The Transformational Education Adventure Center/ The T.E.A Center offers unique, high-quality before-school care, after-school care, preschool, and summer camp programs for toddlers and elementary aged students between the ages of four to fourteen in the McLean, Virginia area. Every day, we here at The TEA Center engage our students in a number of exercises designed to develop each individual’s sense of leadership, scholarship, and responsibility Our vision at The Transformational Educational Adventure Center is to bring out the leader in every student by helping them grow to their highest potential in a safe, nurturing, and family-friendly environment. As the world’s first children’s leadership institute, our unique holistic approach encompasses leadership training, mindfulness, academic support, and on-site enrichment classes at all levels whether it be at our preschool or K-8 child care center.
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