The National Child Research Center (NCRC) seeks a Summer Camp Teacher for a six week program in summer of 2023.  The primary responsibilities of the Summer Camp Teacher are: 

• Teaching young children while being engaging and fun!
• Working with and supporting children with special needs in an inclusive environment.
• Providing arrival and dismissal support.
• Planning, writing, and posting curriculum every week.
• Organizing a variety of materials for instruction: books, dramatic play, song, & activities.
• Working as a member of a teaching team for instruction, communication, & interaction.
• Adhering to all health and safety protocols.
• Returning classroom, playground, and general supplies to their correct locations after use.
• Maintaining a clean and organized classroom 
• Returning all items on the last day of the program.
• Other duties that are deemed to be necessary and proper for the orderly administration of the Summer Program

Located in the historic district of Cleveland Park in Washington DC, NCRC’s highly trained faculty is committed to creating a preschool environment that nurtures the whole child while celebrating their uniqueness in a warm, supportive environment. Committed to the inclusion of children with special needs and typically developing children, NCRC provides small classes and an enriched learning environment within a collaborative, committed, and dynamic professional learning community. NCRC actively supports and encourages diversity among the staff and families that we serve.

Qualified candidates will be committed to inclusive education and have an interest in early childhood education and/or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred, along with formal training in early childhood education and/or related fields.  Competitive salaries.

Interested candidates should submit the NCRC Application for Employment, a letter of interest, resume, references, and educational philosophy to Patrick Douville at pdouville@ncrcpreschool.org. Please list the Position Title in the subject line of your email.

About National Child Research Center

National Child Research Center (NCRC), is a co-ed independent preschool located in the historic district of Cleveland Park in Washington, DC. Founded in 1928, NCRC is the oldest continuously operating preschool in the District of Columbia, serving children aged 2 through 5. NCRC’s highly skilled faculty uses research-based best practices to lead children in a play-based, emergent curriculum, creating a uniquely enriching and nurturing environment for young children and their families. 

NCRC's Mission

National Child Research Center nurtures the whole child - socially, emotionally, and intellectually - toward a lifelong love of learning. Informed by current research and continuing education, NCRC’s exceptional faculty guide each student’s unique development through a play-based, child-centered curriculum in a diverse, family-focused community, with a commitment to the inclusion of children who benefit from additional supports and adaptations. 

NCRC is accredited by AIMS, and is a member of AISGW, AIMS, NAIS, NAEYC. 

The National Child Research Center (NCRC) seeks a skilled and creative Directing (Lead) Teacher for a full-time position, working with 2-5 year olds, for the 2022-2023 school year.  

Located in the historic district of Cleveland Park in Washington DC, NCRC’s highly trained faculty have created a preschool experience that nurtures the whole child while celebrating each child’s uniqueness in a warm, supportive environment.  Committed to the inclusion of children with special needs and typically developing children, NCRC provides small classes and an enriched learning environment within a collaborative, committed, and dynamic professional learning community.  NCRC actively supports and encourages diversity among the staff and families we serve.

Qualified candidates will have, at minimum, an undergraduate degree in early childhood education, early childhood special education, or in a closely related educational field such as elementary education or child development.  A graduate degree in early childhood education, special education, or in a closely related educational field is preferred.  They will be committed to inclusive education and have prior experience in working with young children and/or children with special needs. 

 NCRC offers competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities.  

Interested candidates should submit the NCRC Application for Employment, a letter of interest, current resume, references, and statement of educational philosophy to Jobs@ncrcpreschool.org  Please list the Position Title (Directing Teacher) in the subject line of your email.

About National Child Research Center(NCRC)

Founded in 1928, NCRC is the oldest continuously operating preschool in the District of Columbia.  NCRC provides a collaborative approach to preschool education in an environment that nurtures the whole child, fosters partnerships with families, and is committed to the inclusion of children with special needs.  A highly trained, multi-disciplinary faculty employs developmentally appropriate practices, supported by ongoing professional development and sound research.  Essential to its role as a model of early childhood education is the creation of a diverse, respectful community.  Both within and beyond the school communities, NCRC seeks opportunities to advocate for all children and their families.  For more information about our school, visit www.ncrcpreschool.org

Why join NCRC?

• The National Child Research Center, in Cleveland Park, D.C. offers you:

• a beautiful, tree-filled campus nestled in a quiet neighborhood

• competitive independent-school salaries and school vacations

• a diverse, highly-educated and collaborative faculty, committed to mentoring a new generation of early childhood professionals

• A supportive, active family community

• a program dedicated to children 2.5 - 5 years old who benefit from added supports

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Are committed to early childhood education and the education of children both typical and atypical

• Meet the OSSE requirements for assistant teacher:  a completed and current CDA credential, or a minimum of an AA in any discipline. We prefer that candidates also have formal training in early childhood education.

• Have experience in play-based, emergent curriculum

• Have a collaborative spirit and positive attitude!

Interested candidates should submit the NCRC Application for Employment (available on our website: www.ncrcpreschool.org), a letter of interest, current resume, list of references, and statement of educational philosophy to Jobs@ncrcpreschool.org, attention Assistant Head of School.  Please list the position title (Resource Teacher sub 2023) in the subject line of your email.