Teacher: TopHat Early Learning is Hiring a Pre-K Lead Teacher!

About the role

Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with Maryland Early Learning Standards (MELS) and The Creative Curriculum.

Foster children's social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.

Conduct child observations, assessments, and maintain accurate documentation and portfolios.

Use assessment data to individualize instruction and support children's learning goals.

Lead and supervise classroom staff while maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.

Promote positive behavior guidance and effective classroom management strategies.

Ensure compliance with MSDE licensing, health, safety, and program requirements.

Communicate regularly with families regarding children's progress and conduct parent conferences.

Collaborate with administration and teaching staff to support program quality and school readiness goals.

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required training.

Prepare children for kindergarten through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

Requirements

Applicants must have strong classroom leadership, communication, and family engagement skills and meet MSDE Lead Teacher qualifications by meeting one of the following requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• A bachelor’s degree from another country, verified as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree
• A bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field, along with experience or qualifications in Early Childhood Education
• A minimum of 3 years experience as a lead teacher for pre-kindergarten children using any MSDE approved curriculum.
• Meets MSDE Office of Child Care Lead Teacher qualifications.
• Knowledge of Maryland Early Learning Standards (MELS).
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Qualifications

Knowledge of Maryland Early Learning Standards (MELS).

Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Important: Please do not apply unless you can provide documentation proving that you meet the above qualifications at the interview.

Preferred: Experience with The Creative Curriculum.

Experience in a Maryland EXCELS or accredited program.

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with Maryland Early Learning Standards.

Support children's academic, social-emotional, language, and physical development.

Conduct observations, assessments, and maintain accurate child documentation.

Use assessment data to individualize learning and support children's progress.

Lead and support classroom staff while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Promote positive behavior guidance and effective classroom management.

Maintain compliance with licensing, health, safety, and program requirements.

Communicate regularly with families and conduct parent conferences.

Collaborate with administration and teaching staff to ensure program quality.

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required training.

Prepare children for kindergarten readiness through engaging and purposeful learning experiences.

Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

Pay

Minimum: $55000
Maximum: $65000

Schedule

Full-time