https://careercenter.zerotothree.org Latest ZERO TO THREE Career Center Jobs Sat, 07 Mar 2026 03:24:29 Z https://careercenter.zerotothree.org/jobs/rss/22079509/early-childhood-teacher https://careercenter.zerotothree.org/jobs/rss/22079509/early-childhood-teacher North Bethesda, Maryland, Summary Description:    Green Acres School is seeking a full-time early childhood teacher to join our dynamic staff community for the 2026–2027 school year.  Our early childhood  teachers provide an academic program that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child in the program. The successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who understands the needs of young children. The candidate will join a developmentally based, experiential program that is cognitively challenging and responsive to individual children’s interests and needs. The ability to work as a collaborative team member is an essential skill for this position. Teachers work together to provide a comprehensive program of individual, small group, and full-class activities. Outdoor learning and free play are integral components of the program. Additionally, specialists collaborate with core teachers to integrate PE, science, creative movement, music, and art into the overall learning experience.  Responsibilities: Teaching Develop  a positive relationship with each child Develop, plan, and implement developmentally appropriate program activities aligned with progressive practices Work with children in large and small groups or one-on-one during homecorner, choice time, and outdoor play Assess children’s development for progress reporting and monitoring Communicate with families about curriculum and individual children via weekly newsletters, as well as progress reports, family meetings, and conferences Participate in team meetings, staff meetings, and committees Leadership:  Models professionalism in the classroom and amongst colleagues  Positively represents the GA community  Models conflict resolution at all levels  Models respect and responsibility Additional Responsibilities (as appropriate):  Committees  School functions, such as: Admissions Open Houses, Plays and Sporting Events; Back to School Information Night, etc.  In-service attendance and teacher training  Supervise during assigned duty times: i.e. before school, during lunch, recess, and after school  To apply: Send a cover letter, Green Acres School Employment Application form , resume, and statement of educational philosophy to employment@greenacres.org . All items are necessary for an application to be considered. Questions may be addressed to employment@greenacres.org or 301.881.4100. Qualifications: An early childhood, or other relevant,  bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred A background in curricular and pedagogical innovation and classroom teaching experience relevant to this position Curiosity and a growth mindset Ability to provide differentiated instruction Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff, both verbally and in written communications  Preferred: Experience working in a collaborative team Good health and ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Teachers need to be able to lift children on/off swings, help with climbing on outdoor equipment, etc.    Fulfillment of all OCC teacher training, licensing, and background requirements  Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:48:29 -0500 https://careercenter.zerotothree.org/jobs/rss/21995258/early-childhood-lead-teacher https://careercenter.zerotothree.org/jobs/rss/21995258/early-childhood-lead-teacher Bethesda, Maryland, Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is accepting applications for a dynamic Lead Teacher in Early Childhood for the 2026-2027 school year.   The ideal candidate is engaging, patient, and adept at implementing innovative teaching methods. They bring warmth, curiosity, and a genuine love of young children to their work each day. They should be an enthusiastic and creative early childhood teacher passionate about fostering a learning environment that sparks curiosity and wonder.    Requirements: Undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education (graduate preferred) Minimum of two years of related teaching experience in an early childhood setting Deep understanding of child development A high level of energy and initiative Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills   Responsibilities: Provide a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment in which children can develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills.  Create engaging and inclusive lesson plans that cater to a diverse range of learning needs Implement effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment. Assess and document children’s progress Communicate student progress with families through teacher-led conferences and report card writing  Update the classroom webpage with photos, links, and weekly newsletters Engage with the Early Childhood Director, Learning Specialist, and homeroom teachers during weekly grade-level meetings. Collaborate with colleagues by actively attending and engaging in faculty and department meetings   Washington Episcopal School (WES) is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8. Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence in a joyful learning environment, developing students who are kind, confident, and prepared.   WES offers competitive wages and an inviting, professional, and collegial working environment. WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment where all are valued and supported. Compensation and Benefits   Salary range:  $60,000 - 100,000 Excellent health insurance The TIAA-CREF retirement annuity, up to 7.5% employer contribution Funding for professional development 60% tuition remission for the children of faculty and staff, plus additional need-based aid as applicable Complimentary Extended Day for the children of faculty and staff 50-100% tuition remission for Summer@WES for the children of faculty and staff 9 days of PTO, plus an additional three weeks of summer leave for 12-month employees Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor visa applications at this time.  Please use this link to apply:  https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=0c2f3c9d-c117-4895-805d-28bd6884ee0f&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=618670&source=CC2&lang=en_US   Washington Episcopal School is welcoming and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. 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