Teacher Aide
No salary listed
Mid
Washington, DC, USA
In Person
EducationEarly Childhood Education
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least six months of experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds, preferably infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children, is required.
- Experience planning and/or implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessments is required.
- Experience working independently and as part of a team is required.
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required, or the ability to obtain them before starting; certifications must include an in-person, hands-on skills portion, and online-only certifications are not accepted.
- The ability to secure and maintain Federal Government security checks as deemed appropriate is required.
- The ability to support the day-to-day delivery of childcare services is required.
- The ability to communicate effectively and professionally, orally and in writing, maintain confidentiality, proactively observe emerging needs, take initiative without directives, lift up to 50 pounds, perform physical activities throughout an eight-hour shift, maintain reliable attendance, and remain flexible with scheduling is required.
Responsibilities
- Provide active, alert, and engaged supervision of children while maintaining accountability and prescribed child-to-staff ratios.
- Bring relevant information or issues concerning staff, children, and families to the attention of the Lead Teacher and Directors.
- Provide childcare, including diaper changing or toileting, feeding, and comforting, while meeting children's physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
- Prioritize health and safety by conducting daily child health and safety checks, responding appropriately to illness, injury, and emergencies, monitoring special health and dietary needs, following cleaning and sanitation guidelines, and using universal precautions.
- Participate in developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum and assessment planning, implementation, and documentation; monitor learning and development and proactively provide input to classroom teachers.
- Assist classroom teachers and staff in fostering a positive learning environment and use developmentally and situationally appropriate behavior-management techniques.
- Maintain compliance with applicable House, Committee, CAO, and House Child Care Center rules, practices, policies, and procedures.
- Treat children, families, and staff with dignity and respect and establish positive relationships with children, family members, and coworkers.
- Contribute to the classroom, House Child Care Center, and CAO team by sharing ideas and participating in meetings.
- Complete classroom logs, child records, and other documentation accurately and on time while maintaining data confidentiality.
- Use materials and resources effectively, monitor supplies and inventory, and advise administrators of resource needs or issues.
- Return items to designated storage areas and maintain classroom and Center organization.
- Promote awareness of healthy practices, including eating habits, nutrition, and exercise, as appropriate.
- Support children and families through transitions involving enrollment and withdrawal, classroom changes, daily home transitions, and activities.
- Participate in limited-term and long-term projects and initiatives, after-action reviews, and feedback activities.
- Attend ongoing professional development and demonstrate continual growth.
- Perform other official duties and assigned special projects.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children is preferred.
About the company
KeenLogic provides IT managed services with a focus on cloud infrastructure and big data, network engineering and administration, software engineering and development, and data center migration for federal and commercial clients. Its approach starts with consulting to understand each client’s mission and objectives, then assembling a tailored team of cloud, software, and network experts who hold necessary clearances and management experience. The company delivers an end-to-end technical strategy and executes projects on time and on budget, ensuring fast, integrated implementation. KeenLogic differentiates itself through its SDVOSB status, federal-area experience, and the ability to match the right specialists to each project’s mission criteria for rapid delivery. Its goal is to deploy highly qualified IT personnel to support national defense and other IT-intensive missions, delivering high-quality results for both government and commercial customers.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Founded
2012
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What believers are saying
- Mar. 2026 WHCA award extends revenue visibility through a five-year performance window.
- Aug. 2026 GSA MAS renewal runway runs from 2026 to 2036.
- LinkedIn Sept. 2026 shows 51-200 employees and 95% retention, supporting delivery stability.
What critics are saying
- Aug. 2026: DISA and VA drive 86% of obligations, creating brutal concentration.
- FY2025 had zero net obligations; FY2026 depends on lumpy federal award timing.
- A failed WHCA performance review destroys cleared-work credibility and future recompetes.
What makes KeenLogic unique
- Aug. 2026: KeenLogic pairs SDVOSB status with CMMI SVC/ML3 federal delivery.
- Mar. 2026: WHCA awarded KeenLogic a $34.6M broadcast and audiovisual contract.
- KeenLogic combines cloud, network, software, and creative services for federal missions.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Work Hours
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave