Lead Teacher - Infants
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPotomac Village Shopping Center, 10125, River Road, Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20854, United States
About the Role
We are opening new rooms and hiring teachers to join our Infant program. Located in the heart of Potomac, near the intersection of Falls and River Roads, our school offers a welcoming environment with public transportation access via the 2T or #47 bus. We can't wait for you to see our school and become part of our community.
In this role, you will build strong bonds with infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months, fostering trust and supporting their development. You will provide a safe and nurturing environment where children feel secure and loved, ensuring their health, welfare, and safety. Your day will involve supporting the physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child while demonstrating effective leadership within the classroom team. You will also serve as a key communicator, maintaining positive interpersonal relations with children, families, colleagues, and the broader community.
Hiring Process
All applicants must submit to and successfully pass a state and federal background check as a contingency of employment. For applicants to our federal center campuses, a GSA-security clearance through a government background screening is also required.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Potomac Village Shopping Center, 10125, River Road, Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20854, United States
Potomac, Maryland
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide a safe and nurturing environment for infant health and welfare
- check_circleSupport physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child
- check_circleDemonstrate effective leadership within the classroom team
- check_circleManage the classroom to foster a consistent and positive learning environment
- check_circleBuild strong bonds with infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months
- check_circleCommunicate positively with children, families, colleagues, and the community
Requirements
- verified2-4 years of relevant experience
- verifiedMSDE 90hr Infant/Toddler Certification or CDA Certification with Infant/Toddler Endorsement
- verifiedExcellent understanding of child development principles and instructional strategies
- verifiedStrong knowledge of MSDE regulations
- verifiedExcellent verbal and written communication skills
- verifiedPass state and federal background check
Nice to Have
Proficient technological skills, including Microsoft Office.
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In this Lead Teacher - Infants at Georgetown Hill Early School role, you will provide a safe and nurturing environment for infant health and welfare; support physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child; demonstrate effective leadership within the classroom team; and manage the classroom to foster a consistent and positive learning environment.
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Georgetown Hill Early School is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 2-4 years of relevant experience; MSDE 90hr Infant/Toddler Certification or CDA Certification with Infant/Toddler Endorsement; Excellent understanding of child development principles and instructional strategies; Strong knowledge of MSDE regulations; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and Pass state and federal background check.
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Lead Teacher - Infants at Georgetown Hill Early School is based in Potomac Village Shopping Center, 10125, River Road, Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20854, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Georgetown Hill Early School has listed this Lead Teacher - Infants role as on-site.
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Lead Teacher - Infants at Georgetown Hill Early School typically requires 2–4 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Lead Teacher - Infants at Georgetown Hill Early School include Msde 90HR Infant/toddler Certification; Cda Certification; Infant/toddler Endorsement; and Microsoft Office.
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Lead Teacher - Infants at Georgetown Hill Early School is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About Georgetown Hill Early School
Georgetown Hill Early School operates as a non-profit organization management entity headquartered in Montgomery Village, MD. Since its founding in 1980 by Ellen Cromwell, the institution has provided full-day childcare services designed to balance quality and convenience for families. The organization focuses on early childhood education, offering bilingual programs and implementing innovative teacher training protocols to support child development.
As a non-profit leader, the school prioritizes the well-being of children while fostering connections between families and the local community. The facility serves as a central hub for early education, bringing together educators, students, and parents to deliver a comprehensive learning environment. The organization maintains a commitment to excellence in early education through its operational standards and educational approach.
Georgetown Hill supports its staff through a work environment that offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. This approach aims to sustain the dedication of teachers while advancing the mission of the school. The organization continues to operate with the goal of shaping the future through its dedicated early childhood programs.
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