Early Learning Center Teacher

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources

About Grace Early Learning Center:
At Grace Early Learning Center, we are dedicated to nurturing the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of young children. Located in the heart of Elkridge, MD, our center provides a warm and welcoming environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive. We believe in a play-based, child-centered approach that supports the development of the whole child.

Job Overview:
Grace Early Learning Center is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Preschool Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. This role involves planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment, and supporting the social, emotional, and academic growth of preschool-aged children. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, possess strong communication skills, and have a commitment to building strong relationships with children and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and assess age-appropriate lesson plans that encourage cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children feel supported and confident to explore.
• Foster positive relationships with children, ensuring that each childs individual needs are met.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with parents and families, providing regular updates on childrens progress.
• Observe and document childrens growth, development, and behavior in line with educational goals.
• Collaborate with fellow staff members to create a cohesive and supportive classroom community.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom space.
• Promote positive behavior management techniques and guide children in developing social skills.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and center events as needed.

Qualifications:

• 90 Clock Hours Early Childcare Education
• At least 9 clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents and the public
• 3 clock hours in ADA Compliance
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with preschool-aged children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with a team of educators, parents, and children.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain during professional development).
• Background check and Medical TB test required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates or higher degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience with assessment tools and curriculum development for preschool-aged children.
• Knowledge of Maryland State Licensing Regulations for Early Childhood Education.
• Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish or other languages) are a plus.