Job Description
Job Description: Job Description Join Our Classroom Crew! Now Hiring: Lead Teachers & Assistant Teachers - Preschool We're Georgetown Hill Early School, and we're growing - which means we need more nurturing, energetic, endlessly patient humans to join our teaching team. Whether you're ready to lead your own classroom or looking to grow alongside a lead teacher, we'd love to meet you. About Georgetown Hill We're 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 (see our story here) - so we know a thing or two about what makes a classroom feel like home. Why You'll Love It Here 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. Benefits include:Generous paid time off and paid holidaysPaid planning timeEmployer-subsidized medical insuranceVoluntary dental, vision, short-term disability, and term life insurancePre-tax spending accounts401(k) with employer matchPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer We're proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that builds a team from every kind of background, perspective, and experience - because that's what makes our classrooms (and our staff room) better. The Roles Lead Teachers You're the heartbeat of the classroom. You'll design engaging days using our P.L.A.N. curriculum, build real relationships with your students, and set the tone for a safe, joyful, well-run room. What you'll do:Plan and lead daily activities using our P.L.A.N. curriculumBuild strong, trusting bonds with students and their familiesOwn classroom management - creating a consistent, positive environment for kids and staff alikeSupport each child's physical, social-emotional, and developmental growthCommunicate clearly and warmly with families, colleagues, and your community You'll bring:3-5 years of relevant classroom experienceA bachelor's degree is required (preferably in the field of education). You may also need an MSDE 90hr Preschool Certificate or CDA Certification with Preschool Endorsement (minimum)Solid grasp of child development principles and instructional strategiesWorking knowledge of MSDE regulationsA warm, friendly, unflappable demeanor is a mustStrong written and verbal communication skillsReliability you could set a clock to Assistant Teachers You're the extra set of hands, eyes, and hugs every classroom needs. This is a great fit if you're floating between classrooms, supporting a lead teacher, or building experience toward leading your own room. What you'll do:Support the Lead Teacher in bringing our P.L.A.N. curriculum to lifeHelp build a safe, nurturing space where kids feel secure and lovedJump in wherever needed - floating between classrooms as our thriving school needsSupport each child's day-to-day needs with patience and careBring positive energy to your team, your students, and their families You'll bring:Preschool experience of 1-3 yearsMSDE 90hr Preschool Certificate or CDA Certification with Preschool Endorsement (minimum)A team-first attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever neededGood communication skills and a calm, friendly presenceReliability and punctuality you take seriously Where You'll Work