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!

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.

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.

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

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

• 📍 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

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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