Preschool Teacher

The City of Rockville has a new position for a Preschool Teacher. Note this position is budgeted for 30 hours/week (9:00AM-3:00PM M/F).  Works under the direct supervision of the Preschool Childcare Director. Assists with the daily operation of the preschool program. Plans and implements age-related activities for the participants. Is knowledgeable of State of Maryland Department of Education Office of Childcare licensing regulations and guidelines of this organization to work in a childcare environment.

• Hourly pay rate starting from $21.80 (a higher hourly rate can be considered for individuals that exceed minimum qualifications).

• Assisting with keeping all children and personal files current, based on CCA regulations

• Actively participating with the children in the program

• Being sensitive to the needs of each child.

• Contributing to the planning of the daily calendar of activities

• Reporting to the Director all unsafe conditions in the classroom and other areas utilized by the participants.

• Handling disciplinary problems as they occur as outlined in the behavior management guidelines

• Submitting requested paperwork to the Director by dates requested

• Participates in scheduled team meetings

• Submits timesheets to the Director for verification of actual hours worked prior to submitting the timesheet to the Recreation Programs Supervisor

• Keeps all child care certifications current (includes C.E.U., first aid, CPR)

• Knowledgeable of the MSDE Office of Child Care regulations and assists in making sure the program site is in compliance AND

• Assists with all other responsibilities of the program, as needed (could include purchasing supplies, newsletters, meeting with parents/school administration, administrative paperwork, etc.)

Have received Senior Staff Qualifications by the State of Maryland Department of

Education Office of Childcare OR

• Be at least 20 years old.

• Successfully completed 6 semester hours of coursework related to preschool children or 90 clock hours or their equivalent or approved training.

• One year of work experience with preschool age children.

• First Aid & CPR qualified (or willing to become certified).

• Valid Drivers license in the State of Maryland (not required).

• High School diploma or a GED.

• Will be required to have a Medical Report Form completed by personal physician to verify employee is in good health and can work with children.

• Will be fingerprinted by the City of Rockville.

Physical Demands

•        Learn and demonstrate an understanding of City, department, division and team goals.

•        Serve and meet the needs of customers during routine or emergency situations.

•        Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.

•        Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.

•        Plan and organize his/her work, time and resources, and if applicable that of subordinates.

•        Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.

•        Produce desired work outcomes including quality, quantity and timeliness.

•        Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates and people to whom service is provided.

•        Understand and value differences in employees and value input from others.

•        Consistently report to work and work assignments prepared and on schedule.

•        Consistently display a positive behavior with regard to work, willingly accept constructive criticism and be respectful of others.