Join Our Classroom Crew!Now Hiring: Lead & Assistant Teachers - We\'re , and we\'re growing - which means we need more nurturing, energetic, endlessly patient humans to join our teaching team. Whether you\'re ready to lead your own classroom or looking to grow alongside a lead teacher,
we\'d love to meet you!About Georgetown Hill We\'re a local preschool with a big mission: bring teachers, children, and families together to create an early childhood experience that\'s second to none. We\'ve been doing this in Maryland since 1980 ( ) - so we know a thing or two about what makes a classroom feel like home.
Why You\'ll Love It Here We take care of the people who take care of our kids. Expect a positive, team-first environment where your voice actually gets heard, your growth is genuinely encouraged, and your impact doesn\'t go unnoticed.
Benefits include:- Generous PTO + paid holidays
- Paid planning time
- Employer-subsidized medical insurance
- Dental, vision, disability & life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- Pre-tax spending accounts
- Real opportunities for professional growth
We\'re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that builds a team from every kind of background, perspective, and experience - because that\'s what makes our classrooms (and our staff room) better.
The Roles:Lead Teachers - You\'re the heartbeat of the classroom. You\'ll design engaging days using our P.L.A.N. curriculum, build real relationships with your students, and set the tone for a safe, joyful, well-run room - whether you\'re guiding curious through their first big discoveries or getting students ready for kindergarten.
What you\'ll do:- Plan and lead daily activities using our P.L.A.N. curriculum, tailored to Twos or PreK age groups
- Build strong, trusting bonds with students and their families
- Own classroom management - creating a consistent, positive environment for kids and staff alike
- Support each child\'s physical, social-emotional, and developmental growth
- Communicate clearly and warmly with families, colleagues, and your community
You\'ll bring:- 3-5 years of relevant preschool classroom experience
- A bachelor\'s degree is required (preferably in the field of education). You may also need an MSDE 90hr Preschool Certificate or CDA Certification with Preschool Endorsement (minimum)
- Solid grasp of child development principles and instructional strategies
- Working knowledge of MSDE regulations
- A warm, friendly, unflappable demeanor is a must
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Reliability you could set a clock to
Assistant Teachers - You\'re the extra set of hands, eyes, and hugs every classroom needs. This is a great fit if you\'re floating between classrooms, supporting a lead teacher, or building experience toward leading your own room.
What you\'ll do:- Support the Lead Teacher in bringing our P.L.A.N. curriculum to life
- Help build a safe, nurturing space where kids feel secure and loved
- Jump in wherever needed - floating between classrooms as our thriving school needs
- Support each child\'s day-to-day needs with patience and care
- Bring positive energy to your team, your students, and their families
You\'ll bring:- Preschool experience of 1-3 years
- MSDE 90hr Preschool Certificate or CDA Certification with Preschool Endorsement (minimum)
- A team-first attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed
- Good communication skills and a calm, friendly presence
- Reliability and punctuality you take seriously
Where You\'ll Work- - Situated next to the recreation center on Apple Ridge Road, and serving families in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Montgomery Village, Laytonsville, and Clarksburg
- - On Wisconsin Ave in downtown Bethesda, our multi-level campus is within walking distance to Bethesda Metro
- - Located close to Interstate 270 and Montrose Road, serving families in both Rockville and Potomac
Pay- Lead Teacher: $22.00-$25.00/hour
- Assistant Teacher/Aide: $18.00-$22.00/hour
Good to Know Per Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care regulations, all applicants must pass a state and federal background check as a condition of employment. Applicants for our federal center campuses must also receive GSA security clearance through a government background screening.
Ready to grow with us? We\'d love to meet you!#GH24
The pay range for this role is:22 - 25 USD per hour(Apple Ridge)
22 - 25 USD per hour(Bethesda Chevy Chase)
22 - 25 USD per hour(Montgomery Square)
Compensation details: 22-25 Hourly Wage
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