Lead Preschool Teacher

Overview

Welcome to the future of Early Childhood Education! We are looking for full-time Educators to join our team at Building Kidz of Columbia, specifically a Lead Teacher for our 2 year old preschool class.

Since 2003, Building Kidz has provided children with a unique and rich early childhood education by hiring the highest quality teachers. At Building Kidz School we are committed to providing a positive, productive, and rewarding environment for our staff. We offer competitive compensation packages with benefits and salaries based on education and experience. We encourage continual learning through regular professional development opportunities.

Our mission is to create a local community where children are challenged intellectually, become empowered and interested in lifelong learning, and engage in the arts to accelerate the development of their Confidence, Commitment, and Character.

• Lead Teacher for a 2 year old preschool class in a full-time role.
• Contribute to developing and delivering age-appropriate curricula that align with our proprietary programs.
• Support a positive, productive, and rewarding environment for students and staff.
• Collaborate with the team to plan and implement activities across the Performing Arts, LTLE (Learning Through Life Experiences), and other program areas.

• Performing Arts:
  Integrate music, dance, and theater into developmentally appropriate activities and productions.
• Learning Through Life Experiences:
  Support play-based approaches to accelerate cognitive, emotional, and social development.
• Nutritious Meals:
  For campuses with kitchens, provide monthly meal plans and nutrient-dense daily options; for campuses without kitchens, provide nutritious snacks daily.
• Academics:
  Prepare children for transitions to elementary school with strong foundational skills.

• Must be 18 or older
• At least 1 year of experience in an early childhood program
• 45 hour Preschool certification required
• 90 hour certification (Growth and Development/Methods and Materials) Preferred
• Associate Degree preferred
• CDA preferred
• Willingness to complete First Aid & CPR training
• Willingness to complete additional pre-service trainings as needed

• Able to lift and carry a 40-pound object

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
• Schedule:
  
  8 hour shift, Monday to Friday

• Experience:
  
  Teaching 1 year (Preferred);
  Childcare 1 year (Preferred)
• License/Certification: 90 Preschool Certification (Required)
• Ability to Commute:
  Columbia, MD 21045 (Required)
• Work Location:
  
  In person

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