Careers
Join The Team
Join the team at Chatter & Chalk, a one-of-a-kind child development center and early learning academy where we blend expert therapy services with a dynamic early education experience. Be part of a passionate, supportive environment that nurtures children’s growth and prepares them for a successful future—while making a real difference in their lives. Join our energetic team!
Now Hiring
Speech-Language Pathologist (Full Time)
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- State license or eligibility for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Easy-to-use EMR software for notes and billing
- Supportive work environment
Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments to evaluate speech, language, and communication abilities
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, and provide therapy services individually and in group settings
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other staff to support communication needs, monitor clients’ progress, and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of therapy sessions and progress reports as well as bill insurance
Occupational Therapist (Full Time)
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from ACTOE accredited program
- State license or eligibility for licensure as an occupational therapist
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Easy-to-use EMR software for notes and billing
- Supportive work environment
Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments to evaluate clients’ physical, cognitive, and sensory abilities
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, and provide therapy services individually and in group settings
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other staff to support daily living needs, monitor clients’ progress, and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of therapy sessions and progress reports as well as bill insurance
Pre-K Teacher
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Certified Teacher to join our team at Chatter & Chalk Academy in Morgantown, WV. As a Certified Teacher, you will play a key role in creating and implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons for children ages 3-5, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. You will collaborate with fellow educators and support staff to ensure each child’s individual needs are met, while providing a nurturing and enriching environment. Ideal candidates will have a current West Virginia teaching certification, a love for early childhood education, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere.
Qualifications:
- Hold teacher certification in the state of WV or be eligible for teacher certification in WV
- 2 years experience working with early or elementary education
- Positive oral and written communication skills
- Reflective leadership qualities
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Easy-to-use EMR software for notes and billing
- Supportive work environment
Responsibilities:
- Adheres to the Chatter & Chalk Academy Employee Handbook and the Employee Code of Conduct
- Ensures appropriate supervision of students
- Implements curriculum through weekly lesson plans and collaboration with C&C team
- Fosters a classroom climate that ensures wellness, safety, and fun
- Utilizes instructional management that increases student learning during lessons, play, breaks, meals, and transitions
- Monitors student progress towards mastery of instructional goals and objectives
- Communicates effectively with team and with parents on a regular basis
- Leads assistant teachers and volunteers in the classroom to be sure they are following health and safety standards/policies
- Complete professional development required for position and professional licensure
Assistant Teachers
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED with significant college credit in early childhood education or related field of study, Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), or 6 hours of Early Childhood Education credit preferred
- 2 years experience working with early or elementary education, or child care
- WV Training Certificate in Early Care and Education (WVTCECE) or equivalent
- Be enrolled in WVTCECE or Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist (ACDS) program
- Positive oral and written communication skills
- Collaborative qualities required
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment
Responsibilities
- Adheres to the Chatter & Chalk Academy Employee Handbook and the Employee Code of Conduct
- Ensures appropriate supervision of students
- Assists lead teachers with implementation of curriculum
- Fosters a classroom climate that ensures wellness, safety, and fun
- Actively participate in classroom management during lessons, play, breaks, meals, and transitions
- Communicates effectively with team and with parents on a regular basis
- Follow all health and safety standards/policies
- Complete professional development required for position and professional certifications
Administrative Assistant (Full Time)
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
- 1-2 years of experience in an administrative support role, preferably in a childcare or educational setting
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Knowledge of early childhood education or therapy services is a plus
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information (HIPAA training provided)
- A positive, customer-service-oriented attitude and passion for working with children and families
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to the leadership team, teachers, and therapists
- Answer phone calls, respond to emails, and direct inquiries to appropriate team members
- Schedule appointments and manage calendars for the early education center and therapy clinic
- Assist with registration and enrollment of children into the program
- Maintain accurate records for children, including health forms, permission slips, and progress reports
- Coordinate and schedule parent-teacher meetings, therapy sessions, and workshops
- Handle basic office duties such as filing, data entry, and organizing educational materials
- Assist with billing and insurance paperwork related to therapy services
- Maintain a welcoming and organized front office for families, staff, and visitors
- Assist in the creation and distribution of newsletters and other communications to families
- Support the preparation of educational materials and classroom supplies
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for educational and health-related documentation
Volunteer
Qualifications
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience with early childhood education preferred
- Positive oral and written communication skills required
- Collaborative qualities required
Responsibilities
- Assist staff with clean-up and general maintenance of the childcare area
- Support staff with classroom activities
- Arrive on time for scheduled shifts
- Foster a classroom climate that ensures wellness, safety, and fun
- Adheres to all policies and code of conduct found in the Chatter & Chalk Employee Handbook
Continuing Education
Chatter & Chalk has a commitment to lifelong learning not only for our students, but also our teachers and staff! All professionals will be offered continuing education through in-service training days, paid subscriptions to continuing education platforms and/or support to attend conferences within areas of expertise.