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Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is accepting applications for a joyful, energetic, and reflective Associate Teacher in Early Childhood for the 2026-2027 school year.
The ideal candidate for the Early Childhood Associate Teaching position should be passionate about working with young children, possess a foundational understanding of child development, and be patient and nurturing.
Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
A high level of energy and initiative
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Responsibilities:
Assist in designing, planning, and implementing age-appropriate lessons and activities
Support the lead teacher in assessing and documenting children’s progress
Attend weekly grade-level meetings with the Early Childhood Director, Learning Specialist, and School Counselor
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and department meetings
Engage in reflective practice and professional learning opportunities to grow as an early childhood educator.
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: $45,000 - $60,000
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.
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.
Founded in 1986, Washington Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8. WES believes that learning should be joyful, because academic excellence and happy children belong together. The School represents a diverse community, where the uniqueness of each member of the school is celebrated. WES develops children into kind, confident, and prepared young adults.
Washington Episcopal School is an equal opportunity employer.