Assistant Teacher, Georgetown Law Early Learning Center

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

This position is located, just a few blocks from the U.S. Capitol, on the campus of Georgetown Law.

The Assistant Teacher works directly under the guidance of a Lead Teacher, providing support in planning, initiating, and implementation of appropriate daily activities that promote positive development and learning based on the strengths, interests, and needs of the children. They also assist the Lead Teacher in communicating regularly with parents and guardians about their child’s activities and development.

This position reports to the Director of Georgetown Law Early Learning Center (GLELC). The position also interacts with university families that include student, faculty, and staff, and enrolled families from the greater metropolitan community.

Georgetown Law Early Learning Center helps to support the University’s mission by addressing faculty, staff, and student families’ need for the early education and care of their young children.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have earned at least one of the following:
  Associate’s (or higher) degree in any field (from an accredited institution); OR A high school diploma (or its equivalent) AND a current Child Development Associate credential; OR A high school diploma (or its equivalent) AND certification of training and competence in the field of early childhood AND will earn a CDA credential by December 2023.
• Work collaboratively in a team and independently; build positive relationships; communicate clearly and effectively; demonstrate flexibility and reliability; exhibit respect, empathy, and care for the children and their families, colleagues, and other members of Georgetown University and the surrounding community.
• Criminal background check clearance, child protection registry clearance, drug and alcohol testing clearance, and any other requirements outlined by OSSE, Georgetown University, and relevant regulations.
• Must be able to:
  Lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Use a wide range of motion, including but not limited to, sitting down and standing up with children, getting up off of and down onto the floor, moving quickly, walking, running, hopping, dancing, pushing, pulling, and bending.
• Work at least two hours daily outside in temperatures between 32 and 90 degrees in a variety of weather conditions such as, sunny, cloudy, overcast, and ground conditions that are dry, damp, wet, or snowy.
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, trainings, and other certification, are required within 30 days of employment.

Please note:

The District of Columbia’s Office of the State Superintendent of Education requires COVID-19 vaccination for employment in this position, reference Mayor’s Order  - COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Adults Regularly in Schools or Child Care Facilities and for Student-Athletes.

• Background checks and alcohol and drug testing
• Annual professional development (currently 21 hours)
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification

• Have earned at least one of the following:
  Associate’s degree (or higher) in early…