Before & Aftercare Lead Teacher

About the role

Think back to the teacher who made you excited to show up — the one who made recess plans feel like the highlight of the week. That's the energy we're looking for. If you love helping school-age kids laugh, learn, and unwind between the bell and pickup, we want you on our team!

Who We Are

Georgetown Hill Early School has been a cornerstone of Maryland family life since 1980. We're a non-profit on a mission to bring teachers, children, and families together for an early childhood experience that's genuinely unsurpassed — not just good-on-paper, but felt every single day. We're not your average daycare. We hire, train, and celebrate a diverse team of educators who show up for kids and for each other.

Why You'll Actually Love It Here

• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• Paid planning time
• Employer-subsidized medical insurance
• Dental, vision, disability & life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Pre-tax spending accounts
• Real opportunities for professional growth

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver creative, age-appropriate curriculum for K–5
• Champion the physical, emotional, and developmental growth of each child
• Keep the classroom safe, energetic, and genuinely fun
• Build real relationships with kids, families, and fellow teachers
• Lead by example — model the warmth and curiosity you want to see

Requirements

• Minimum qualification: MSDE 90-hour School-Age Certification, or a CDA with School-Age Endorsement

Qualifications

Ideal candidates also bring:

• 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of child development and instructional strategies
• Knowledge of MSDE regulations
• A warm, friendly, and cool-tempered presence
• Solid communication skills — verbal and written
• Rock-solid reliability and punctuality
• Highly organized, able to juggle priorities and multitask
• A true team player who genuinely enjoys working with others

About The Campus

• Bells Mill/Potomac — Nestled in a quiet neighborhood between Cabin John Middle and Bells Mill Elementary Schools. Our first free-standing campus to open, and serving Potomac families for years
• Apple Ridge/Montgomery Village — Situated next to the recreation center on Apple Ridge Road, and serving families in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Montgomery Village, Laytonsville, and Clarksburg