Two/Three-Year-Old Classroom Teacher

Potomac Glen Day School; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Monthly Insurance Stipend

Paid Breaks

Continuing Education

Supportive Environment

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Employee Discount

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Potomac Glen Day School in Potomac, Maryland is hiring Lead Teachers for the 2026-27 school year. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and a teaching credential, along with experience teaching young children. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, managing classroom activities, and providing nurturing support. The school offers competitive wages, paid breaks, health insurance, and professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in teaching.
• Experience teaching young children with an understanding of child development.
• Strong collaboration skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones.
• Facilitate activities for children including songs and games.
• Manage classroom activities and observe student performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Nurturing approach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certificate or credential

Job description

Job Overview

Potomac Glen Day School in Potomac, Maryland is seeking energetic Lead Teachers to join a team of dedicated teachers for the 2026-27 school year. Potomac Glen Day School staff embody the values of academic success, an inclusive and authentic community, and strong character building. Our ideal candidate is an inspiring and nurturing teacher who develops students’ inquiring minds and compassionate hearts.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop and deliver lesson plans that align with developmental milestones and PGDS Standards.
• Facilitate various activities for children including songs, games and storytelling.
• Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills.
• Manage classroom activities including lessons, play, breaks and meals.
• Provide basic needs for children.
• Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities.
• Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social and physical development.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Attend all staff meetings, team meetings and teacher duties as required
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, and administrators to resolve students’ behavioral and academic concerns.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions.
• Demonstrate professional behavior, including discretion, judgment and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, teaching certificate or credential or equivalent professional experience which would translate to successful classroom teaching.
• Experience teaching young children and solid understanding of child development
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all constituents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Monthly Insurance Stipend
• Paid Christmas and Easter Breaks
• Continuing Education
• Supportive Environment
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance