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Child Care Center – Lead Toddler Teacher
Virginia's Community College System, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Child Care Center – Lead Toddler Teacher
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Working Title:
Child Care Center – Lead Toddler Teacher Role Title:
Trainer Instructor I Role Code:
29111-SW FLSA:
Nonexempt Pay Band:
03 Position Number:
295R0805 Agency:
Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location:
Norfolk - 710 Hiring Range:
$42,000 - $48,500, commensurate with experience Emergency/Essential Personnel:
Yes EEO Category:
E-Paraprofessional Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time Telework options:
No Bilingual requirement:
No
Work Schedule: The center will be open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Monday – Friday. The Lead Teacher’s hours will vary.
Lead Toddler Teacher Responsibilities and Overview: Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The Lead Toddler Teacher at the Tidewater Community College Child Development Center provides overall leadership and instructional oversight for children ages 24-36 months within the toddler classroom. This position supports daily operational managers with program coordination, classroom quality, and family relations. The Lead Toddler Teacher ensures that enrolled students and families are able to conveniently access and utilize the center, engage in developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and build their knowledge of high-quality early care and education practices. In addition, the Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for ensuring full compliance with state licensing regulations and upholding the standards required for maintaining a high‑quality early childhood program as defined by Virginia’s Unified Measurement System and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This role models best practices in toddler development, supports a nurturing and engaging classroom environment, and contributes to the overall excellence of the Child Development Center.
This position has been designated an essential position. The employee filling this position may be required to report to work or otherwise fulfill the responsibilities of the position in the event of a college/campus closure due to weather or other emergent condition(s).
This is a restricted funded position.
Special Assignments may be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications:
Ability to supervise or manage children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Knowledge of developing schedules, activity plans and special events for a child development center.
Demonstrated ability to communicate with children using approved child development techniques.
Skill to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to program assistants and student interns.
Knowledge of program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self‑inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.
Skilled in providing parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their children’s developmental progression and/or concerns and establishing goals.
Skilled in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, and Child Development Center management software.
Ability to lift and maintain 40 pounds in for the health and safety need of children.
Additional Considerations:
Active Virginia teaching license in early childhood education or early childhood special education
Operation of a State Vehicle: No Supervises Employees: No Required Travel: No Limited between TCC campuses.
Posting Number: CLS_4199P Recruitment Type: General Public - G Number of Vacancies: 1 Position End Date (if temporary): Job Open Date: 12/12/2025 Job Close Date: 01/06/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website: tcc.edu
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx
or call DARS at 800‑552‑5019, or DBVI at 800‑622‑2155.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer: The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, and credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E‑Verify Statement
VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Working Title:
Child Care Center – Lead Toddler Teacher Role Title:
Trainer Instructor I Role Code:
29111-SW FLSA:
Nonexempt Pay Band:
03 Position Number:
295R0805 Agency:
Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location:
Norfolk - 710 Hiring Range:
$42,000 - $48,500, commensurate with experience Emergency/Essential Personnel:
Yes EEO Category:
E-Paraprofessional Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time Telework options:
No Bilingual requirement:
No
Work Schedule: The center will be open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Monday – Friday. The Lead Teacher’s hours will vary.
Lead Toddler Teacher Responsibilities and Overview: Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The Lead Toddler Teacher at the Tidewater Community College Child Development Center provides overall leadership and instructional oversight for children ages 24-36 months within the toddler classroom. This position supports daily operational managers with program coordination, classroom quality, and family relations. The Lead Toddler Teacher ensures that enrolled students and families are able to conveniently access and utilize the center, engage in developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and build their knowledge of high-quality early care and education practices. In addition, the Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for ensuring full compliance with state licensing regulations and upholding the standards required for maintaining a high‑quality early childhood program as defined by Virginia’s Unified Measurement System and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This role models best practices in toddler development, supports a nurturing and engaging classroom environment, and contributes to the overall excellence of the Child Development Center.
This position has been designated an essential position. The employee filling this position may be required to report to work or otherwise fulfill the responsibilities of the position in the event of a college/campus closure due to weather or other emergent condition(s).
This is a restricted funded position.
Special Assignments may be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications:
Ability to supervise or manage children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Knowledge of developing schedules, activity plans and special events for a child development center.
Demonstrated ability to communicate with children using approved child development techniques.
Skill to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to program assistants and student interns.
Knowledge of program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self‑inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.
Skilled in providing parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their children’s developmental progression and/or concerns and establishing goals.
Skilled in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, and Child Development Center management software.
Ability to lift and maintain 40 pounds in for the health and safety need of children.
Additional Considerations:
Active Virginia teaching license in early childhood education or early childhood special education
Operation of a State Vehicle: No Supervises Employees: No Required Travel: No Limited between TCC campuses.
Posting Number: CLS_4199P Recruitment Type: General Public - G Number of Vacancies: 1 Position End Date (if temporary): Job Open Date: 12/12/2025 Job Close Date: 01/06/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website: tcc.edu
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx
or call DARS at 800‑552‑5019, or DBVI at 800‑622‑2155.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer: The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, and credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E‑Verify Statement
VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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