Business Name: Stepping Stone Children's Center
Contact Name: Matt Dolesh
Full job description
Assistant Teacher – Early Childhood Education
Stepping Stone Children’s Center – Stevensville, MD
Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available
Pay: $15.00 – $16.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Regular performance reviews with opportunities for pay increases and advancement.
About Stepping Stone Children’s Center
Stepping Stone Children’s Center is a licensed early childhood education program serving families in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland. We provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where children thrive and staff feel supported.
We are seeking dependable and caring Assistant Teachers to support our toddler and preschool classrooms. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in growing in the early childhood education field.
Position Responsibilities
Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment
Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being
Support daily classroom routines, activities, and transitions
Assist with implementing lesson plans and classroom activities
Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional classroom
Support children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth
Maintain professionalism with families and coworkers
Follow all MSDE Office of Child Care licensing and safety requirements
Qualifications
Dependable and reliable attendance required
Consistent attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential for this position
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to work in a structured, professional environment
Prior child care experience preferred but not required
Must be able to pass background check and fingerprinting
Must meet MSDE Office of Child Care requirements
Schedule
Full-Time and Part-Time positions available
Monday–Friday
Consistent, predictable scheduling within center operating hours
Benefits
Paid Time Off (full-time employees)
Child care tuition discount
Tuition reimbursement and paid training
Professional development opportunities
Clear advancement path to Lead Teacher positions
Supportive and professionally run work environment
Why Join Stepping Stone Children’s Center
We are a stable, well-established center with strong leadership and clear expectations. We value dependable staff, support professional growth, and promote from within whenever possible.