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GLENELG COUNTRY SCHOOL

Early Childhood Teaching Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $20–$23/hr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Ellicott City, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$36,300 / year median in Maryland

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Glenelg Country School (GCS) is an independent day school serving students age 2 - grade 12. Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of learners who discover, contribute, thrive, and excel. These principles serve as a foundation for all we do. The Early Childhood Teaching Assistant will assist the lead teacher in supporting and nurturing the development of each child's self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy. This position is an excellent opportunity for new educator interested in strengthening their professional skill set and who is passionate about teaching students in an Early Childhood (Primary School) setting.

We have two positions available:

Full-time, 12-month position working 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Part-time, 12-month position working 27.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 12:30pm - 6pm.

Overview of Essential Functions:

The Early Childhood Teaching Assistant will assist the lead teacher in supporting and nurturing the development of each child's self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy. Help assess children's different personal needs, temperament styles, and abilities. Support the classroom team to plan and implement lesson plan activities and developmentally appropriate experiences. Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings, parent meetings, in-service training, and other meetings as directed.

Education and Experience:

Must have the 90-hour preschool and 45-hour infant toddler classes. Must have First aid and CPR certification. Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.

Skills and Attributes:

Team player Strong commitment to working closely with students and colleagues in and out of the classroom.

Compensation Range:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour. GCS offers a robust benefits package including health insurances (prorated cost for part-time), retirement plan with TIAA, and generous leave and holiday breaks. Please indicate which position you are interested in within the cover letter.

Job Location:

Ellicott City