Co-Lead Preschool Teacher

Washington Christian School; Anscroft (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Christian School in Maryland seeks an early childhood educator to design and execute engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for a daily program. The role emphasizes supervision, safety, and collaborative teaching with a co-lead and staff.

The candidate will communicate progress to parents, track milestones, and identify potential developmental concerns early while maintaining a high-energy, creative classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education (ECE), child development, or 90-hour training.
• CDA credential, CPR and first-aid certifications; ADA and Basic Health and Safety certifications required; medication administration preferred not required.
• 1 year of teaching/childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum planning: design and implement a fun, age-appropriate daily program promoting growth.
• Classroom management: maintain a safe, engaging environment and supervise students at all times.
• Team leadership: collaborate with co-lead and staff for smooth team-teaching operations.
• Parent communication: share daily progress and build partnerships with families.
• Child assessment: track milestones and identify potential concerns early.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal communication

Creativity

Physical energy

Education

ECE/Child Development degree or 90-hour training

Job description

Description

• Curriculum Planning: Design and execute a fun, age-appropriate daily program that promotes cognitive, social, and physical growth.


• Classroom Management: Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging environment while supervising students at all times.


• Team Leadership: Collaborate with your co-lead and other staff to ensure smooth team-teaching operations.


• Parent Communication: Share daily progress, address behavioral needs, and build strong partnerships with families.


• Child Assessment: Track milestones and identify potential emotional or developmental concerns early.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education (ECE), child development, or a closely related field, or 90-hour child development training.


• Certifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, valid CPR, and first-aid certification. ADA certification (required), Basic Health and Safety Certificate (required), Medication Administration (preferred not required)


• Experience: 1 year of prior teaching or childcare experience.


• Skills: High patience, strong interpersonal communication, creativity, and physical energy.