Twos Lead Preschool Teacher

🧸Twos - Lead Preschool Teacher🧸At Georgetown Hill Early School, you’ll be part of a supportive team where teachers are valued, and two-year-olds learn, explore, and grow in a positive, engaging environment.About Georgetown Hill Early SchoolGeorgetown Hill Early School is a non-profit school serving Maryland families' preschool, elementary, and childcare needs since 1980. Our mission is to join teachers, children, and their families to create an unsurpassed early childhood educational experience. Why You'll Love Us?We believe great teachers deserve a supportive workplace. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, encourages creativity in the classroom, and supports your professional growth.We offer the following benefits:Generous paid time off and paid holidaysPaid Planning Time Employer-subsidized medical insuranceVoluntary dental, vision, short-term disability, and term life insurancePre-tax spending accounts401(k) with employer matchPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employerWe provide an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our employees, as well as the families and children who place their trust in us. We are not your average daycare; we are an equal-opportunity employer that prides itself on hiring, training, and retaining a diverse community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.Pay Range Lead teacher: Based on credentials and experience, range $20-$25/hrAssistant teacher: Based on credentials and experience, range $19-$24/hrWe are looking for an amazing Lead Teacher for our Twos!Are you an experienced educator? Join our preschool children in a program that honors and celebrates each child's unique learning journey. Your role will allow you to foster independence in an environment of trust and warmth while instilling a strong love of learning in our students. Congressional Plaza/Rockville - Our beautiful campus is behind the plaza, and within walking distance to the Twinbrook metroNorth Potomac - Nestled among trees, this campus is located close to RIO, Downtown Crown, Kentlands, Darnestown, and GaithersburgLead teacher: Based on credentials and experience, range $20-$25/hrAssistant teacher: Based on credentials and experience, range $19-$24/hrWhat you'll doProvide for the educational needs and interests of preschool children using a creative and age-appropriate curriculumSupervision of preschool children to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all studentsSupport the physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child in the classroomDemonstrate effective leadership among the classroom teamDemonstrate effective communication skills and positive interpersonal relations with children, families, colleagues, and the communityClassroom management that fosters a consistent, safe, and positive learning environment for all students and staffQualificationsThe education/certification requirements for these positions for a Lead Teacher in our Twos preschool program must have a minimum of the MSDE 90hr Preschool Certification or a CDA with the Preschool Endorsement. Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills:Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and instructional strategiesStrong knowledge of MSDE regulationsA personal demeanor that is warm, friendly, and cool-temperedProficient technological skills, including Microsoft Office is a plusExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skillsExtremely reliable in attendance and punctualityHighly organized and able to prioritize and multitaskTeam-oriented and willing to work with othersPer Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care regulations, all applicants must submit to and successfully pass a state and federal background check as a contingency of employment. Applicants for our federal center campuses must receive GSA-security clearance through a government background screening.The pay range for this role is:20 - 25 USD per hour(Congressional Plaza)19 - 24 USD per hour(North Potomac)PI6fdd4f2e5dc9-37483-39950081