Preschool Teacher substitute positions are available for part-time work.
The Washington DCJCC Preschool a year-round full-day Early Childhood Program in a progressive and dynamic environment. We serve children ages 2–5 in a program that appreciates the uniqueness of individual children. Our curriculum is project-based (Reggio-inspired), and we are searching for team members who enjoy inspiring young children to learn though exploration and investigation.
Great benefits while earning child care practicum hours:
RequirementsOur teachers should have some child development experience and be flexible, energetic and warm. Candidates should also have some Judaic knowledge. Good communication skills with children and adults are necessary as well as a desire for continued learning and professional development. Experience with a Reggio-inspired curriculum a plus.
Benefits and SalaryFor Full-Time Teachers:This is a full-time position offering great benefits: a competitive salary, a health plan with dental and vision options; vacation and sick leave; and a free Fitness Membership to the 16th Street J. Salary commensurate with experience and education.
For Part-Time Positions:Part-time positions includes a free Fitness Membership to the 16th Street J. The pay for substitute teachers is $12/hour or practicum credit for undergraduate or graduate education programs.
How to ApplyPlease send a resume and cover letter detailing your experience with children and why you would like to work here. We will contact you to schedule an interview. Job placement is contingent upon a cleared Background Check and contacting 2-3 references.
Do not send a generic cover letter; you must detail some of your reasons why we should hire you as an educator in our school.
More InformationThe school open 7:30 am–6:00 pm. Teaching hours vary by availability and need.
We check references and do background checks for all potential employees.
334.1 A teacher shall be at least twenty (20) years of age and meet one of the following requirements:
(a) An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or early childhood development;
(b) An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, at least fifteen (15) credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or early childhood development, and at least one (1) year supervised experience working with children in a licensed District of Columbia Child Development Center or its equivalent in another jurisdiction;
(c) At least forty-eight (48) credit hours from an accredited college or university, at least fifteen (15) credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or early childhood development, and at least two (2) years supervised experience working with children in a licensed District of Columbia Child Development Center or its equivalent in another jurisdiction;
(d) A valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, specifying that the individual is qualified for the assigned age classification; or
(e) Satisfactory completion of a child care certification course of no less than 90 hours from an accredited college or university, approved by the Director of the Department of Health or his/her designee, and at least three (3) years supervised experience working with children in a licensed District of Columbia Child Development Center or its equivalent in another jurisdiction.
334.2 For the purposes of this section, early childhood development and early childhood education shall include the courses listed in subsection 332.3 of this Chapter.
For the purposes of this section, early childhood development or early childhood education includes the following subject areas:
(a) Growth and development of infants, toddlers, and/or children;
(b) Care and education of children with special needs and/or exceptionality;
(c) Health and physical education of infants, toddlers, and/or children;
(d) Play therapy;
(e) Language development and/or early literacy;
(f) Children’s literature;
(g) Arts education;
(h) Child, adolescent, educational and/or abnormal psychology;
(i) Nutrition for children;
(j) Family development;
(k) Methods of teaching;
(l) Classroom management;
(m) Curriculum programs and activities for infants, toddlers, and/or children;
(n) Educational evaluation and measurement;
(o) Early Childhood Development or Youth Development administration;
(p) Diversity; and
(q) Any other area as determined by the Director.
More Information about DC Child Care Licensing
ContactSarah Rabin Spira, Director, Early Childhood, Youth and Family Programst. 202-777-3278e. sarahr@washingtondcjcc.org