Full-Time Assistant Child Care Teacher
Calvert School, an independent lower and middle school, has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Child Care Teacher for its Kiddie Calvert program. This is a terrific opportunity for someone looking for work in a supportive and friendly environment. Kiddie Calvert is a childcare center providing care to children ages 10-weeks to four years old. Kiddie Calvert strives to provide enriching, high-quality childcare that meets the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of children. We believe in offering a safe, loving, and supportive environment where boys and girls feel comfortable growing.
Calvert School is located in Tuscany-Canterbury, a residential neighborhood in Baltimore City, just north of Johns Hopkins University and south of Loyola University Maryland. The campus is easily accessible from Charles Street and I-83.
The Assistant Teacher will play a vital role in supporting lead teachers and ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children. The Assistant Teacher will work 12-months, and the hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Responsibilities will include the following duties:
- Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and conducting developmentally appropriate activities.
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime, meals, and rest periods.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
- Support children’s emotional and social development through positive guidance and communication.
- Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and children.
- Help with daily routines such as diapering, feeding, and transitioning between activities.
- Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and center policies.
Qualifications of the ideal candidate include the following:
- A high school diploma and must be 20 years or older and have had some prior childcare experience.
- Maryland Senior Staff qualification (possessing a 90-hour certification) or holding an associate’s degree in Early Child Care (ECC) preferred.
- First Aid and CPR certified preferred (will provide training for certification, if needed).
- Must have a strong work ethic, be dependable, and have strong communication skills.
Calvert School offers a competitive hourly rate of $18.00 to $20.00, commensurate with experience. Calvert provides a generous benefits package and pays 100% of the employee cost for health, prescription, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance. A retirement benefit is also offered. In addition, Calvert provides generous sick, vacation, and holiday leave, promoting a healthy work-life balance. All candidates must successfully complete a State of Maryland and FBI background check prior to employment.
Interested candidates should send a resume to:
HR@CalvertSchoolMD.org (preferred method)
Calvert School – HR Dept.
105 Tuscany Road
Baltimore, MD 21210
Fax: 1-866-557-8502
Calvert School is a coed independent lower and middle school.
