IMMEDIATE: Teacher, Grade 3, Forest Knolls ES, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 66 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks an Elementary teacher for Forest Knolls Elementary School in Silver Spring. The candidate will plan and provide learning experiences supporting students' intellectual, physical, social and emotional development, under the principal's direction.

Requirements include knowledge of MCPS curriculum, effective instructional practices, a Bachelor's degree in education, and Maryland certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MCPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, MCPS policies, and effective instructional practices.
• Understanding of the teaching/learning process.
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education.
• Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
• Knowledge of the six performance standards for TPGS/SSPGS.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students.
• Create an atmosphere conducive to intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.
• Monitor and evaluate student outcomes.
• Communicate with students, parents, staff and community.
• Maintain records and follow required procedures.

Skills

MCPS curriculum knowledge

Multicultural education

Technology integration

Communication skills

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Maryland teaching certification

Job description

Summary Description

Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Summary Description

Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Job Specific Information

MCEA 10 month: The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job

Elementary

Organization

Forest Knolls Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Aug 18, 2026, 9:18:52 AM

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Knowledge of MCPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, MCPS policies, and effective instructional practices. Understanding of the teaching/learning process. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into curriculum. Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents, and community. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.Knowledge and application of the six performance standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS), and the Supporting Services (SEIU) Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience

Bachelor^s degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.Certificate License:Meets Maryland state certification requirements in appropriate field of education.