Preschool Child Care Lead Teacher

Nobel Learning Communities • Bethesda, MD

51d

About The Position

Spring Education Group's Early Childhood Education Division includes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre-K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after-school programs. Our locations span a nationwide geographic footprint and a diverse array of pedagogical approaches — including our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum that draws from the collective expertise of renowned early-age educators such as Dewey, Piaget and Vygotsky; Montessori schools that embrace both accredited Montessori methods - AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) and AMS (American Montessori Society); and progressive language immersion programs in Mandarin and Spanish. Bethesda Country Day School is seeking a creative and passionate Preschool Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators! Our preschool program provides a balance of learning and play, helping children build the academic and social skills that prepare them for Pre-K and beyond. As a Preschool Teacher, you'll inspire curiosity, nurture confidence, and create meaningful learning experiences that make every day exciting and purposeful for young learners.

Requirements

• Personnel Qualification Evaluation (PQE) w/supporting documents
• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• HS diploma or Degree (Associate or Bachelor) Need diploma/certificate and/or transcripts
• If documents are foreign, they must be translated, notarized, and evaluated by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES)
• If documents are foreign but in English Language, they must be evaluated by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES)
• If degree is not in Early Childhood Education, but has completed the ECE 90-hr, with 1-yr experience, they might qualify.
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) 90-hr Preschool, or 90-hr School Age, or both
• 9-hr Communication (of college course)
• American with Disabilities Act Training (ADA)
• 2-years of work experience (at least 1-yr)
• Letter of work experience must note: Start/End Date, hours per week, ages of children.
• Basic Health & Safety Training

Nice To Haves

• CPR & First Aid
• Medication Administration Training
• Emergency Preparedness Plan
• Level of Credentials (they might be expired, but they are acceptable)
• Director's Training

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging lessons that promote exploration, early literacy, and critical thinking.
• Encourage independence and collaboration through hands-on, play-based learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Partner with fellow teachers and school leaders to create a warm, inclusive classroom environment.
• Support the school community through teamwork, creativity, and a shared passion for excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on teacher success.
• A rewarding opportunity to shape children's first school experiences in a learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees