Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
The New Century School is an independent, language-immersion (Spanish / Chinese) preschool8th grade in the heart of historic Fells Point. We are known for joyful, creative, and intellectually rich classrooms where children thrive in a warm, nurturing, and culturally vibrant community.
Due to an unexpected opening, we are immediately seeking an outstanding, experienced Lead Primary Teacher (ages 35) to join our team for the remainder of the 20252026 school year, with strong potential for a long-term role.
Who We Need
- A passionate, creative educator with experience with children ages 35
- Proven skill in designing and delivering engaging, hands-on lessons that spark curiosity and foster independence
- A warm, collaborative professional who excels at building strong partnerships with children, families, and colleagues
- Someone energized by a multilingual, multicultural environment and committed to social-emotional as well as academic growth
Key Responsibilities
Plan and lead dynamic, child-centered daily lessons and projectsCreate and maintain a safe, organized, and aesthetically beautiful classroom that inspires exploration and wonderTrack and document each childs progress; conduct parent conferences and write thoughtful progress reportsMentor and guide assistant teachers, fostering a cohesive and supportive teamCommunicate proactively and warmly with families through newsletters, conferences, and daily updatesPartner with parents to help them understand and support their childs developmental journeyWhat We Offer
Competitive mid-year salary and benefitsA close-knit, supportive faculty and leadership teamBright, spacious classrooms with abundant natural light and outdoor learning spacesProfessional development opportunities and tuition remission for faculty childrenAn immediate start date with comprehensive onboarding and team supportIf you are an experienced early childhood educator who wakes up excited to nurture young minds and would love to join a vibrant, language-rich community mid-year, we want to hear from you today.
Please send your rsum, cover letter, and three professional references to hr_director@thenewcenturyschool.com