Assistant Teacher
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Department: Auxiliary Services and Operations
Classification: Direct Svc Associate 1
Job Category:Classified Staff
Job Type:Full-Time
Work Schedule:Full-time (1.0 FTE 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax VA
Workplace Type:On Site Required
Sponsorship Eligibility:Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Pay Band:01
Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience
Restricted: Yes
Criminal Background Check:Yes
Works with Minors check: Yes
About the Department:
The George Mason University Child Development Center (CDC) was established to support University faculty staff and students by providing early care and education through an emergent play-based preschool program. The staff of the CDC is committed to prioritizing the healthy development of each individual student within an environment that emphasizes whole food nutrition social-emotional skills and nature-based play. Our program celebrates the diverse cultures languages ethnicities and family structures of our community.
About the Position:
The Assistant Teacher (AT) supports the implementation of the overall program of their classroom. The AT adapts to the changing needs of the Lead Teacher and classroom providing support to each developing child daily routines cleaning planning/set-up and organization. The AT is responsible for assuming management of the classroom in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally-appropriate and engaging activities consistent with Masons CDC mission and philosophy;
- Supports Lead Teacher with social-emotional development of each child based on individual needs;
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of the classroom; and
- Attends all required staff trainings and completes annual in-service hours/professional development.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Child Development Associate Credential issued by Council for Professional Recognition (CDA) or CDA Credential equivalent of at least 12 college credits in related education field;
- Demonstrated experience working with young children in school or childcare setting;
- Knowledge of early childhood development;
- Skill working with young children preferably in a preschool setting; and
- Approach all interactions with curiosity respect and openness to diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates degree in related field; and
- Training in Mandated Reporter CPR/1st Aid and Medication Administration (MAT).
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration applicants must apply for theAssistant Teacher at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a cover letter and resume for review.
Posting Open Date: August 22 2025
For Full Consideration Apply by:September 8 2025
Open Until Filled:Yes
Employment Type
Full-Time
