Preschool Teachers

About Georgetown Hill Early School Our mission is to join teachers, children, and their families to create an unsurpassed early childhood educational experience. Georgetown Hill Early School is a non-profit school serving Maryland families since 1980. Why You'll Love Us? We think we're pretty lovable We enjoy providing our educators with the space to utilize our proven PLAN curriculum while exploring their own creativity in the classroom. Come and check us out We offer the following benefits: Employer subsidized medical insurance Voluntary dental, vision, short term disability, and term life Pre-tax spending account options 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer We provide an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our employees, as well as the families and children who place their trust in us. We are not your average daycare; we are an equal-opportunity employer that prides itself on hiring, training, and retaining a diverse community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Pay Range - Based on credentials and experience, range $19-$23/hr We are looking for amazing Assistant Preschoolteachers Are you an experienced educator and/or bilingual? We need you at our preschool Join our preschool children in a program that honors and celebrates each child's unique learning journey. Your role will allow you to foster independence in an environment of trust and warmth, while giving our students a strong love of learning. Bells Mill/Potomac - Tucked into the quiet neighborhood, between Cabin John Middle and Bells Mill Elementary Schools. This stand-alone campus is our founding campus with rich history and roots in the community NRC/Rockville - Conveniently located on Rockville Pike, and is Metro accessible. We are accredited under NAEYC (National Association of the Education of Young Children) and approved as a nonpublic school under the Maryland State Department of Education for children ages two through Kindergarten. We are not your average daycare This position's starting rate is between $19-$23/hr with the necessary credentials What you'll do Provide for the educational needs and interests of preschool children using a creative and age-appropriate curriculum Supervision of preschool children to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all students Support the physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child in the classroom Demonstrate effective leadership among the classroom team Demonstrate effective communication skills and positive interpersonal relations with children, families, colleagues, and the community Classroom management that fosters a consistent, safe, and positive learning environment for all students and staff Qualifications The education/certification requirements for an Assistant Teacher position in our preschool program require a minimum of the MSDE 90hr Preschool Certification or the CDA Certification with the Preschool Endorsement. Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 or more years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills: Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and instructional strategies Strong knowledge of MSDE regulations A personal demeanor that is warm, friendly, and cool-tempered Proficient technological skills, including Microsoft Office, are a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skills Extremely reliable in attendance and punctuality Highly organized and able to prioritize and multitask Team-oriented and willing to work with others Per Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care regulations, all applicants must submit to and successfully pass a state and federal background check as a contingency of employment. Applicants for our federal center campuses must receive GSA security clearance through a government background screening. The pay range for this role is: 19 - 23 USD per hour(Bells Mill) 19 - 23 USD per hour(NRC)PIcb42d5106ef2-26289-39180729