Preschool Teacher - Early Childhood Education
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Description
Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
Preschool Teacher - Early Childhood Education
Location: The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg, MD
Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Location: The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg, MD
Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
About the Opportunity
Love working with preschoolers and helping them get ready for kindergarten?
The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg is hiring a caring, creative, and qualified Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team!
We're looking for an educator who enjoys bringing learning to life through hands-on activities, building meaningful relationships with children, and creating a classroom where preschoolers feel confident, supported, and excited to learn.
Candidates must meet Maryland's Preschool Teacher qualification requirements.
What You'll Do
- Lead daily classroom activities and routines for preschool-aged children
- Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through engaging, age-appropriate lessons
- Encourage early literacy, math, science, language, and social-emotional development
- Create hands-on learning experiences through art, music, movement, and purposeful play
- Help children develop independence, confidence, problem-solving skills, and positive friendships
- Maintain consistent classroom routines and use positive behavior guidance
- Observe developmental milestones and maintain required classroom documentation
- Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families
- Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and center leadership
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
- Follow Maryland childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
Qualifications
- Must meet Maryland Office of Child Care requirements for a qualified Preschool Teacher
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous professional preschool, daycare, childcare, or early childhood education experience preferred
- Early Childhood Education coursework, CDA, or related credentials are a plus
- Understanding of preschool development, classroom management, and positive guidance
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Patient, dependable, nurturing, and enthusiastic about early childhood education
- Must meet all applicable Maryland childcare licensing requirements
What We Offer
- $17.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
- Paid training and professional development
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg and help preschoolers build the confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills they need for kindergarten and beyond!
If you're a qualified Preschool Teacher who loves making learning fun, we'd love to meet you.
The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.