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!
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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.