The Sherman Early Childhood Center is a full-time Jewish preschool at Congregation Har Shalom in Potomac, MD. We are committed to offering a safe and nurturing environment where learning happens through play, collaboration, and an integrated emergent curriculum.
We are seeking a caring, inspiring and enthusiastic teacher who can be a contributing professional team member in a class of young children. This position will work Monday – Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:30pm (depending on the needs), year-round.
*Applicants with experience working with children with differing abilities are highly preferred and compensated.
Our work environment includes:
Growth opportunities.
Warm and welcoming environment.
Supportive community.
Requirements:
3-5 years of experience with young children, ages 2-5.
Experience with constructivist pedagogy and emergent curriculum.
4-year education degree in education or 4-year degree in another area of study, and the 90-hour Childcare Course*(see below). If 90 hour course is not complete, willing to begin the coursework in the first three months.
*45 hours must be the Infant Toddler Certification
Creative, team player, excellent communicator, nurturing, dedicated, and flexible.
Responsibilities:
Set up, plan, and implement provocations, lessons, and activities that are developmentally appropriate.
Follow all school, synagogue, and requirements set by the Office of Childcare, MD State Department of Education.
Support the children’s physical, emotional, and special needs.
Ensure the safety of all children with proper supervision and care.
Supporting the school's educational philosophy, values, Jewish content, and the children and families experience.
Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with the team and leadership regarding the students, families, and the classroom.
Create and maintain documentation of student progress, incidents, and be familiar with all student needs and health issues.
Participate in all team meetings and family programming assigned, beyond school hours.
Physical ability to care and insure the safety of all children including lifting, carrying, and running.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
Paid professional development.
Generous paid holidays and PTO.
Competitive salary with opportunity for supplemental income.
Discount on Sherman ECC.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Potomac, Maryland
Salary
$48,000–$53,000
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