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Little Scholars Childcare
Lead Preschool Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$37,788 / year median in Maryland
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Little Scholars Education Corporation is seeking an experienced and passionate Pre-K Teacher | 10-Month Position for our MSDE Prekindergarten Expansion Grant classroom. The Lead Teacher will provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction to children ages 3-5 while ensuring the classroom meets MSDE Pre-K Expansion Grant requirements. Key Responsibilities Plan and implement curriculum aligned with the Maryland Early Learning Standards . Create engaging literacy, math, STEM, social-emotional, and school-readiness experiences. Conduct and document ongoing child assessments and use data to guide instruction. Maintain required Pre-K Expansion Grant classroom documentation. Prepare children for kindergarten and support individual developmental needs. Maintain a safe, organized, engaging classroom environment. Communicate regularly with families and participate in family-engagement activities. Participate in required professional development, coaching, evaluations, and quality-improvement activities. Participate in and successfully meet applicable CLASS observation requirements . Work collaboratively with the Assistant Teacher, Director, and administrative team.