Join Our Classroom Crew! Now Hiring: Lead & Assistant Teachers — PreK We're Georgetown Hill Early School, 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 non-profit 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 (see our story here) — 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 Twos through their first big discoveries or getting PreK 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 • 📍 Apple Ridge/Montgomery Village — Situated next to the recreation center on Apple Ridge Road, and serving families in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Montgomery Village, Laytonsville, and Clarksburg • 📍 Bethesda-Chevy Chase/Bethesda — On Wisconsin Ave in downtown Bethesda, our multi-level campus is within walking distance to Bethesda Metro • 📍 Montgomery Square/Potomac — 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