School Age Teacher - Before & After School Childcare

The Learning Experience`; Burtonsville (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Free uniforms

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Opportunities for advancement

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Gaithersburg, MD is hiring a School Age Teacher to lead activities after school, support homework, and foster a safe, engaging classroom. This role requires Maryland School-Age Teacher qualifications, a high school diploma or GED, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Pay is $17–$20 per hour with paid training and advancement opportunities. Applicants should be able to work Monday through Friday, follow licensing requirements, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Must meet Maryland School-Age Teacher qualification requirements
• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous professional experience working with school-aged children preferred
• Experience in before- and after-school programs, childcare centers, summer camps, or elementary education is a plus
• Understanding of school-age child development and positive behavior management
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills
• Patient, dependable, energetic, and comfortable leading group activities
• Must meet applicable Maryland Office of Child Care licensing requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate activities for elementary school-aged children
• Plan arts and crafts, games, STEM activities, and hands-on learning experiences
• Support homework time, reading, and independent learning
• Encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and positive social interactions
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized classroom
• Establish consistent routines and use positive behavior guidance
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios
• Build positive relationships with children and communicate with families
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership
• Follow Maryland childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Classroom management

Patient and energetic

Team collaboration

Lead group activities

Education

Maryland School-Age Teacher qualification requirements

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

School Age Teacher - Before & After School Childcare

Location: The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg, MD

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Hours based on program needs

About The Opportunity

Love working with elementary school-aged children? Enjoy creating activities that keep kids engaged, active, and excited to learn? The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg is hiring a caring, energetic, and dependable School Age Teacher to support our school-age childcare program! We're looking for someone who can create a fun, structured environment where children can build friendships, develop independence, complete schoolwork, and enjoy meaningful activities outside the regular school day. Candidates must meet Maryland's School-Age Teacher qualification requirements.

What You'll Do

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate activities for elementary school-aged children
• Plan arts and crafts, games, STEM activities, and hands-on learning experiences
• Support homework time, reading, and independent learning
• Encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and positive social interactions
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized classroom
• Establish consistent routines and use positive behavior guidance
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios
• Build positive relationships with children and communicate with families
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership
• Follow Maryland childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Must meet Maryland School-Age Teacher qualification requirements
• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous professional experience working with school-aged children preferred
• Experience in before- and after-school programs, childcare centers, summer camps, or elementary education is a plus
• Understanding of school-age child development and positive behavior management
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills
• Patient, dependable, energetic, and comfortable leading group activities
• Must meet applicable Maryland Office of Child Care licensing requirements

What We Offer

• $17.00-$20.00 per hour
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Opportunities for career growth in early childhood education

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.