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Preschool Activity Program Educator

2 months ago

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States City of Gaithersburg Full time
Salary: $21.00 Hourly

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Job Type: Seasonal

Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture

Division: Casey Community Center

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Overview

We are seeking applications for a Preschool Activity Program Educator to design, lead, and facilitate engaging classes for preschool-aged children (3 to 5 years old).

This program provides a nurturing and supportive environment where young children can explore foundational concepts such as letters, colors, numbers, and sounds through a variety of planned activities, including music, storytelling, arts and crafts, and interactive sharing sessions. The small group setting promotes the development of social skills, with a teacher-to-student ratio of two educators for every 14 to 16 children.

Instructors are expected to be available for the academic year, with approximately 8 hours of teaching per week, and may have opportunities for additional hours based on program requirements. Attendance at pre-session staff training sessions is also required.

The starting hourly wage is negotiable within the established range and will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Direct deposit of paychecks is mandatory for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

Your Role Includes:
  • Setting educational goals and objectives for the program.
  • Planning and executing activities that cater to the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of participating children.
  • Ensuring constant supervision of children.
  • Organizing and implementing stimulating, age-appropriate enrichment events and learning activities, including field trips and guest speakers.
  • Creating promotional materials, program communications, flyers, and newsletters.
  • Documenting program activities through photographs (with parental consent).
  • Assisting in the distribution of marketing and public relations materials.
  • Monitoring and managing inventory of program supplies and equipment; ensuring cleanliness and safety.
  • Communicating student-related issues to the Facility Manager and fellow instructors.
  • Fostering a positive, safe, and nurturing environment that encourages social interaction.
  • Establishing routines and providing constructive guidance.
  • Tracking student progress and supporting skill development.
  • Maintaining open communication with parents regarding program expectations and their child's development.
  • Coordinating events such as Parents' Night and year-end celebrations.
  • Managing participant registrations and emergency contact information.
  • Setting up and dismantling the classroom environment.
These responsibilities are essential to the role; please refer to the classification description for further details regarding the Preschool Activity Program Educator position.

Qualifications

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a closely related field.
  • Preferred: Early Childhood Certification (94 credit hours).
  • Required: Previous paid experience working with youth.
  • Preferred: Prior teaching experience.
  • Ability to interact positively and professionally with children and parents.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, and multitasking skills.
  • Capability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Proven ability to make sound decisions quickly.
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification (may be obtained upon hire).
  • Any acceptable combination of education, experience, and training that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform job duties effectively.
Additional Information

Interested candidates must submit the following to be considered:
  • A complete online application (incomplete applications will not be processed).
  • Current Resume (attached to the online application).
Review of applications will commence immediately. The position will remain open until filled.

Successful candidates will undergo a background check and drug/alcohol screening. The organization maintains a drug-free, alcohol-free, and smoke-free workplace policy applicable to all employees. Each employee may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are also subject to immediate post-accident and random testing.

This recruitment will create an eligibility list for current and future vacancies in this classification.

Benefits are not available for this position.

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information provided will be reviewed and may be used to determine eligibility for further consideration. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully?
  • Yes
  • No
02

Do you have your Early Childhood Education certification (94 credit hours)?
  • Yes
  • No
03

Indicate the highest level of education obtained.
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Some College (no degree)
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher
04

If you have a college degree, indicate the area of study.

05

List any relevant courses or training completed. Include completion dates.

06

Which best describes your previous teaching experience?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to 3 years
  • More than 3 years
07

Which best describes your previous paid experience working with youth?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to 3 years
  • More than 3 years
08

Are you currently First Aid and CPR/AED certified?
  • Yes
  • No
09

How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?
  • City of Gaithersburg Website
  • Job Interest Card Notification
  • Indeed
  • Other Website
  • Social Media
  • Friend or Relative
  • I am currently a City employee
  • Other
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