If you enjoy a unique environment, working as part of a close-knit team, and want to make a lasting difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to hear from you!
Centennial is a small nonprofit early learning center dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for children aged 2 to 4. Unlike many childcare programs, we intentionally maintain small class sizes with a maximum ratio of 6 children per teacher and an average of just 4 children per teacher. This allows our staff to truly know each child, provide individualized support, and create a calm, engaging classroom where children can thrive.
What You'll Do
- Assist with hands-on learning activities that encourage social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
- Build positive relationships with children through play, conversation, and daily routines.
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, rest time, and transitions.
- Help prepare classroom materials, learning centers, and daily activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and healthy classroom environment.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to meet each child's individual needs.
- Follow all Maryland licensing regulations and center policies to ensure children's safety and well-being.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience working with young children in a preschool, childcare, or similar setting for at least 1 year is required.
- Willingness to complete Maryland Office of Child Care training requirements (we will help guide you through the process).
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Patient, dependable, and nurturing personality.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom activities.
- Must successfully complete required background checks and meet Maryland licensing requirements.
Why Join Centennial Early Learning Center?
- Work in a caring environment where every teacher is valued.
- Work with low teacher to student ratios (maximum 6:1, averaging 4:1) that allow for meaningful interactions and flexibility.
- Supportive leadership and collaborative coworkers.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth in early childhood education.
- Make a genuine impact on children's early learning and development every day.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to serving children and families in the Frederick community.
- We provide reliability with a standard schedule and number of hours while still allowing for flexibly and time off as life happens.
We are hiring for a start date of August 3, 2026.
For more information about our center, please visit our website
centennialcenter.org or send us an email at [email protected] with any
questions you may have.
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Frederick, MD 21701 (Required)
Work Location: In person
