Preschool Teachers - MoCo at Georgetown Hill Early School

About Georgetown Hill Early SchoolOur 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 insuranceVoluntary dental, vision, short term disability, and term lifePre-tax spending account options401(k) retirement plan with employer matchGenerous paid time offPaid holidaysPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employerWe 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/hrWe are looking for amazing Assistant Preschool teachers! 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 credentialsWhat you'll doProvide for the educational needs and interests of preschool children using a creative and age-appropriate curriculumSupervision of preschool children to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all studentsSupport the physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child in the classroomDemonstrate effective leadership among the classroom teamDemonstrate effective communication skills and positive interpersonal relations with children, families, colleagues, and the communityClassroom management that fosters a consistent, safe, and positive learning environment for all students and staffQualificationsThe 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 strategiesStrong knowledge of MSDE regulationsA personal demeanor that is warm, friendly, and cool-temperedProficient technological skills, including Microsoft Office, are a plusExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skillsExtremely reliable in attendance and punctualityHighly organized and able to prioritize and multitaskTeam-oriented and willing to work with othersPer 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)PI744e717b38c5-0727