Preschool Teacher

Celebree School•Rockville, MD

About The Position

As a Preschool Teacher at Celebree School, you will create a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for preschool-aged children. You will provide educational experiences that support curiosity, exploration, development, and learning through play, while reflecting the school's mission, vision, and values. The role includes developing and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans, incorporating language-rich and early literacy activities, maintaining a safe and organized classroom, and communicating with families about children's development. The position offers hands-on experience in classroom leadership, curriculum implementation, child development, and family engagement. Teachers receive support, coaching, professional development, and training from the School Director and leadership team, with opportunities for career growth and advancement. The teacher may also support classroom aides as they develop toward becoming teachers.

Requirements

Meet the requirements to be a lead teacher as approved by the governing state agency.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of children's behavioral and developmental stages.
Knowledge of childcare licensing requirements.
Ability to manage a classroom.
Strong organizational, verbal and written communication, and problem-solving skills.
Patience and flexibility.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement creative, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities that foster learning, curiosity, and exploration among preschool-aged children.
Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to express themselves and learn through play.
Include language-rich activities, storytelling, and early literacy experiences in daily routines to develop children's communication skills, vocabulary, and interest in reading.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the classroom, including materials, equipment, and play areas.
Communicate openly and regularly with parents, sharing updates and information about their child's development.
Help classroom aides grow toward becoming Celebree teachers.