Childcare Teacher

Bethesda Community School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher for their Pre-Kindergarten classroom. This full-time position involves co-teaching and nurturing young minds in a supportive environment. With a commitment to early childhood education, you will oversee classroom activities, implement educational principles, and foster communication with parents. The school, accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education, offers a welcoming atmosphere for children aged 2-5. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners in a vibrant community setting.

Qualifications

• Must meet Office of Child Care requirements for Lead Teacher.
• At least 2 years of experience leading a class.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classroom activities and ensure a nurturing environment.
• Implement early childhood education principles and manage classroom dynamics.

Skills

Classroom Management

Early Childhood Education

Communication Skills

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Bethesda Community School, Inc. is a private, non-profit, non-discriminatory school for children, serving families since 1944.

We are currently hiring a Lead Teacher for our Pre-Kindergarten classroom. This co-teaching position is scheduled for M-F, 8:30AM - 4:30PM, year-round.

Candidates must meet the Office of Child Care requirements for a Lead Teacher and have at least 2 years of experience leading a class.

As the Lead Childcare Teacher, your responsibilities include overseeing classroom activities, ensuring a nurturing environment, implementing early childhood education principles, managing classroom dynamics, and fostering communication with parents and staff. You will report to the Childcare Director.

About Bethesda Community School

The school program is approved by the State Department of Education to operate a non-public educational program for nursery and kindergarten. We are accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) for meeting quality standards outlined in the MSDE Standards for Implementing Quality Early Childhood Programs.

The school year runs from September to mid-June, with a summer program from mid-June to mid-August. We welcome children not enrolled during the school year to attend. Our hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the school year and 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in summer. We offer various attendance options. Children may enroll from age 2, on a first-come, first-served basis, benefiting from a diverse group of peers.

• Serving children aged 2–5 years
• Family-operated since 1944
• Open year-round
• Student-to-teacher ratios: 1:6 (2-year-olds), 1:8 (3–5 years)
• Located on 1.5 acres in a quiet neighborhood

Position Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Primary and Secondary Education

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