Master Teacher, Child Development Center

Job Summary

This 12-month grant-funded position is responsible for developing and implementing curriculum for preschool aged children in a team environment. This position reports to the Director/Teacher, Littlest Learners Child Development Center.

• Develop and implement appropriate lesson plans using Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and MSDE guidelines
• Work as a collaborative team member with center staff, college faculty and parents
• Assist Center Director with administrative tasks including scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, and program evaluation as needed
• Promote philosophy of Littlest Learners Child Development Center
• Collaborate with ECE community partners and CCPS to help children successfully transition to kindergarten
• Effectively utilize resources to enrich the learning environment
• Modify lessons to individualize learning for each child and provide inclusive environment
• Utilize a variety of curricular teaching methods including nature and arts based, as well as mandated MSDE curriculum
• Adhere to all safety procedures as outlined by Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care (MSDE OCC) Licensing
• Observe and evaluate children to document areas of growth and areas of need
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences
• Work collaboratively with the college education faculty in promoting the Lab School Model in ECE classes
• Serve as a mentor for teaching aides and college interns
• Assist with the MSDE and NAEYC Accreditation process
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Maintain daily written plans and organized paperwork
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Two years’ experience in an early childhood classroom setting
• Meet MSDE requirements for Teacher in a Preschool Child Care Center
• Maryland State Teaching Certificate Early Childhood Education PreK-3 obtained by July 1, 2026
• A bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, or
• from another country, verified as equivalent to a U.S. degree, or
• in an unrelated field, along with experience or qualifications in early childhood education
• Educators with 10 years of experience as of July 1, 2025 can qualify, but they must meet additional assessment criteria with a minimum score determined by MSDE on the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and, by July 1, 2030, earn an associate degree in early childhood education

• Master’s degree

• Thorough knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
• Currently holds a Maryland Child Care Credential Certificate or is willing to become certified
• Familiar with MSDE Office of Child Care licensing procedures
• Willingness to develop and follow a Professional Development Plan as required by MSDE and participate in continued training as required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and rapport with children, families, students; including skills in conflict resolution and redirection
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to network with community linkages and early childhood program partners
• Ability to take initiative and assist when needed for the benefit of the center
• Computer literate and able to use small office equipment (e.g., copier, phone)
• Flexibility and willingness to grow and learn as a teacher
• Successfully complete a criminal background check

This 12-month grant funded, exempt position will be placed on the College 12-month Child Development Center, Littlest Learners auxiliary pay scale at grade 101. Actual salary placement based on qualifications and experience. Position includes excellent benefits package.

• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. on occasion
• Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicate
• Visual Acuity – Ability to perceive or detect surroundings
• Mental Acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
• Repetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)
• Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another

Child development center; constant interaction with preschool age children; dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to…