PreK Teachers - MoCo!

Join Our Classroom Crew!

Now Hiring: Lead & Assistant Teachers —

We're , 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 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 () — 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 through their first big discoveries or getting 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

• — Situated next to the recreation center on Apple Ridge Road, and serving families in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Montgomery Village, Laytonsville, and Clarksburg
• — On Wisconsin Ave in downtown Bethesda, our multi-level campus is within walking distance to Bethesda Metro
• — 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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Compensation details: 22-25 Hourly Wage

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