Before & Aftercare Lead Teacher
About the Role
Lead the Before & After Care Program for K–5th grade students, designing and delivering creative, age-appropriate curriculum while championing 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.
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 hire, train, and celebrate a diverse team of educators who show up for kids and for each other.
Benefits
- 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
Pay
- Lead Teacher: $21–$25/hr
- Assistant Teacher: $19–$21/hr
- Based on credentials and experience
Requirements
- Minimum qualification: MSDE 90-hour School-Age Certification, or a CDA with School-Age Endorsement
- 3 years of relevant experience (ideal)
- 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.