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TEacher, intown playgroup, washington, d.c.

Location:

intown playgroup
washington d.c.
20007

Start Date: August 24, 2015

Description, Responsibilities, & Duties

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

Candidates interesting in teaching at Intown Playgroup must have a college degree at a minimum, preferably in Early Childhood Education, art, music, or dance education, or special education.  Candidates must also be energetic, warm, able to work closely in a team as well as independently motivated, and passionate about child-directed learning.  Intown teachers are expected to listen to the children’s actions and ideas before working with the teaching team to build curriculum, long-term projects, and creatively and artistically working in the facility.   Candidates should be knowledgeable and sensitive to individual differences, aware of best practices, understanding of DC early childhood licensing requirements, have strong written communication skills, strong work ethic, and exceeding customer service skills. Playing an instrument a plus! Teachers frequently use a variety of technology platforms and candidates are expected to have moderate to advanced computer skills upon applying.

Salary & Benefits

Commensurate with experience

Application Procedures

Interested applicants should send a cover letter noting their distinct interest in Intown (with particular focus on skills noted in the requirements/qualifications description) and resume to applyintown@gmail.com

Program Description

Intown is a unique, family-treasured parent cooperative playgroup located for over 40 years in Historic Georgetown. Going beyond the idea of  “co-op”, Intown has three teachers who support and are involved in the environment esthetics, Reggio-inspired emergent curriculum, and play of the families, caregivers, and children (age 1-3) whom attend regularly.  Intown is a warm, nurturing, friendly, and fun program.

Contact Info

Shannon Myers
applyintown@gmail.com

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