CHILDCARE TEACHER

Summary

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system committed to improving the health of communities in the mid-Atlantic. This position at Kids Care Plus requires a skilled childcare provider to enhance learning, independence, and social interactions for children aged 2 through 12.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled childcare to toddlers and children aged two through twelve years.
• Reinforce lessons presented by the Lead Teacher by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups.
• Teach simple drawing, painting, craft, and language skills (e.g., songs).
• Participate in recreational play and teaching activities.
• Engage with children by applying knowledge of childhood development, including learning behavior and physical, mental, and emotional development.
• Maintain open communication with parents and caregivers.
• Observe and monitor children’s play and interactive activities.
• Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits.
• Assist in preparing and serving children’s meals, snacks, or beverages.
• Attend to the hygienic needs of the children (including changing diapers).
• Maintain MSDE yearly COK clock hours.

Qualifications

• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Complete 90 clock hours or equivalent of approved early childhood coursework.
• Have at least one (1) year of experience working with preschoolers in an approved setting.
• Complete three (3) hours in ADA Compliance.
• Complete nine (9) clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public.
• Have dependable transportation.

Experience

• One (1) year of experience working with preschoolers in an approved setting.
• Three (3) hours in ADA Compliance.
• Nine (9) clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Approved early childhood coursework totaling 90 clock hours or more.

Additional Information

What We Offer: Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients. Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification. Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license. Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs. Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.