Georgetown Hill Early School

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Part-Time Preschool Music Specialist to join our enrichment team! We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and eager to bring joyful, engaging music experiences to our preschool learners.

Georgetown Hill is a local non-profit preschool. Guided by our mission to join teachers, children, and their families to create an unsurpassed early childhood educational experience. We have been serving Maryland families since 1980.

Why You'll Love Us

We think we're pretty lovable! We enjoy providing our educators with the space to utilize our proven PLAN curriculum while exploring their own creativity in the classroom. Come and check us out!

We provide an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our employees, as well as the families and children who place their trust in us. We are not your average daycare; we are an equal-opportunity employer that prides itself on hiring, training, and retaining a diverse community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

Pay Range - The Lead position pay is based on credentials and experience, starting at $25/hr.

Calling All Music Lovers!

We are seeking a Part-Time Music Specialist to bring rhythm, movement, and a whole lot of joy to our preschoolers across several campuses.

Details

Position: Music Specialist (Part-Time)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–1:00 PM
Campuses: Apple Ridge/Gaithersburg, Darnestown, North Potomac, and Greenwood/Hyattsville

As our new Music Specialist, you’ll:

• Lead playful, engaging music enrichment sessions for preschool students

• Introduce children to rhythm, instruments, songs, and creative movement

• Spread positivity (and catchy tunes!) across our campuses

• Partner with teachers to help make each classroom sing—literally

This role is mornings only (9:30 AM–1:00 PM), Monday–Friday, making it a great option for someone looking to add a creative specialty to their schedule. There may also be opportunities to grow into a full-time position.

Because you’ll be visiting multiple Georgetown Hill locations, you’ll need reliable transportation—and a playlist for the drive doesn’t hurt. 😉  Travel to the following locations is required:

• Apple Ridge/Gaithersburg - Tucked into the Montgomery Village neighborhoods, our campus serves upper Montgomery County; Germantown, Gaithersburg, Clarksburg, and Goshen areas.
• Darnestown - This beautiful campus is located right in the heart of Darnestown on Route 28, convenient to Gaithersburg, Germantown, Kentlands, and North Potomac
• North Potomac - Our campus is just down from the intersection of Route 28 and Muddy Branch Road. Conveniently located close to RIO, Downtown Crown, Kentlands, and more
• Greenwood/Hyattsville - Our campus is an approved private school and NAEYC-accredited. Serving both federal employees and the surrounding community. Located next door to PG Plaza (Metro Accessible)

Who Will Love This Job

• Teachers who light up when music starts playing

• Anyone who enjoys working with preschoolers through playful, hands-on experiences

• Someone excited to be a “traveling specialist” across our GHES community

• Educators looking for a flexible part-time role with room to grow

Qualifications

The minimum requirements for Music Specialists in our preschool program are the MSDE 90hr Preschool Certification or a CDA with the preschool endorsement.

Our ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of experience teaching music to preschool children, and the following:

• Proficiency in at least one instrument

• Comfortable singing in front of groups of children and teachers

• The ability to manage the physical demands of a preschool setting. This includes but is not limited to: sitting on the floor, getting up quickly from the floor, lifting up to 40 pounds, reaching and lifting above your head, etc.

• MSDE 90hr certification or CDA certification with Preschool endorsement preferred

• Reliable transportation (this position requires local travel)

• Understanding of the principles of child development and teaching methods

• A personal demeanor that is warm, friendly, and cool-tempered

• Extremely reliable in attendance and punctuality

• Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task

• Team-oriented and willing to work with others

Per Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care regulations, all applicants must submit to and successfully pass a state and federal background check as a contingency of employment. Applicants for our federal center campuses must receive GSA-security clearance through a government background screening.