PreK Teachers - MoCo!
About the role
Georgetown Hill Early School is a local non‑profit preschool with a big mission: bring teachers, children, and families together to create an early childhood experience that's second to none. We've been doing this in Maryland since 1980, so we know a thing or two about what makes a classroom feel like home.
We take care of the people who take care of our kids. Expect a positive, team‑first environment where your voice actually gets heard, your growth is genuinely encouraged, and your impact doesn't go unnoticed.
Responsibilities
- Lead Teachers: plan and lead daily activities using our P.L.A.N. curriculum, tailored to Twos or PreK age groups; build strong, trusting bonds with students and their families; own classroom management — creating a consistent, positive environment for kids and staff alike; support each child's physical, social‑emotional, and developmental growth; communicate clearly and warmly with families, colleagues, and your community.
- Assistant Teachers: support the Lead Teacher in bringing our P.L.A.N. curriculum to life; help build a safe, nurturing space where kids feel secure and loved; jump in wherever needed — floating between classrooms as our thriving school needs; support each child's day‑to‑day needs with patience and care; bring positive energy to your team, your students, and their families.
Requirements
- Lead Teachers: 3–5 years of relevant preschool classroom experience; bachelor's degree required (preferably in education); may need MSDE 90hr Preschool Certificate or CDA Certification with Preschool Endorsement (minimum); solid grasp of child development principles and instructional strategies; working knowledge of MSDE regulations; warm, friendly, unflappable demeanor; strong written and verbal communication skills; reliability.
- Assistant Teachers: 1–3 years preschool experience; MSDE 90hr Preschool Certificate or CDA Certification with Preschool Endorsement (minimum); team‑first attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed; good communication skills and a calm, friendly presence; reliability and punctuality.
All applicants must pass a state and federal background check as a condition of employment. Applicants for our federal center campuses must also receive GSA security clearance through a government background screening.
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: $22.00–$25.00 per hour
Assistant Teacher/Aide: $18.00–$22.00 per hour