School Age Teacher: Before & After School Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a School Age Teacher to support our before- and after-school childcare program. You will create engaging activities that keep children active, assist with homework, and foster a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Ideal candidates meet Maryland qualifications, demonstrate strong communication and classroom management, and are patient, dependable, energetic team players. This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and room for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must meet Maryland School-Age Teacher qualification requirements.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in before- and after-school programs, childcare centers, 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

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Patience

Dependability

Energetic

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Learning Experience in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a School Age Teacher to support our before- and after-school childcare program. You will create engaging activities that keep children active, assist with homework, and foster a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Ideal candidates meet Maryland qualifications, demonstrate strong communication and classroom management, and are patient, dependable, energetic team players. This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and room for career growth.