Early Childhood Teacher

The Early Childhood School (ECS) of B’nai Shalom of Olney provides early childhood education for children 18 months- 5 years old. We believe that childhood is time of discovery, connection and joy and strive to create an environment that invites exploration, builds community and welcomes play. We are a part of B’nai Shalom of Olney (BSO), an egalitarian, conservative Jewish congregation located in north-central Montgomery County, Maryland.

The ECS at BSO is seeking a part time teacher to start immediately.

At the ECS we:

· Treat all individuals with respect and understanding, recognizing a common goal to support the children.

· Model the values of the ECS and BSO in our language, actions and in our planning for the classroom.

· Embrace a mindset of lifelong learning and an openness to progressive thinking in the field of early childhood education.

Responsibilities

· Always prioritizing the safety and well-being of children.

· Providing a warm, clean, safe, and engaging environment which empowers children’s independence and reflects the values of our community and the families in your class.

· Maintaining a warm and professional relationship with families and coworkers.

· Engaging with children in play and conversation, encouraging them to share experiences, ideas and feelings and asking open-ended questions throughout the day.

· Using positive guidance to support social interactions and developing emotional skills.

· With the support of the ECS Director, preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans that support the program curriculum and growth of the children.

· Observing and recording children’s interests and development throughout the school year.

· Communicating with families on a regular basis

· Being aware of and helping maintain state licensing requirements, including continued learning hours, in partnership with the ECS Director.

· Staff must be physically able to run, get up and down off the floor and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications:

· Lead teachers must have a Bachelor's degree, CDA or 90 hours.

· Minimum 1 year experience in early childhood setting

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Reliable and team oriented

· Preferred: Infants & Toddlers certified, experience in Jewish education.

Benefits Include:

· Paid time off, paid holidays and winter/spring break

· Medical/Dental/Vision options for full time employees

· Continued professional development

· Opportunities for growth

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Olney, MD 20832 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Olney, MD 20832: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $22