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The Learning Experience

Assistant Teacher

Bel Air, MD · On-site

$15 - $17.50/hr

Join The Learning Experience in Bel Air, MD, as an Assistant Teacher, where you will play a vital role in nurturing young minds! This is an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant environment ...

Learning Care Group

Assistant Director

Frederick, MD

$21.48/hr

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group's safety vision. In the Director's absence, the ...

Learning Care Group

Assistant Director

Frederick, MD · On-site

$21.48/hr

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group's safety vision. In the Director's absence, the ...

COASTAL EARLY LEARNING CENTER

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Assistant Preschool Teacher

Berlin, MD · On-site

$13 - $14/hr

Coastal Early Learning Center is now seeking an experienced Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher ... Must pass a Medical exam Responsibilities and Duties Our Assistant Teachers: * Ensure a safe, high ...

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How much do learning assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for learning assistant in Maryland is $13.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.02 and $14.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a learning assistant?

Learning Assistants are individuals who support students and instructors in educational settings, often in classrooms or labs. They help facilitate group activities, answer student questions, and provide additional guidance to enhance learning. Learning Assistants are typically undergraduate students trained to use active learning techniques to improve student engagement and understanding. Their role is to create a positive and supportive learning environment, working alongside faculty to help students succeed.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a learning assistant?

To thrive as a Learning Assistant, you generally need a solid understanding of educational principles, subject matter expertise, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with some positions requiring postsecondary education. Familiarity with classroom technology, learning management systems (LMS), and digital collaboration tools is often important. Exceptional communication, patience, and the ability to motivate and support students are critical soft skills. These competencies ensure effective support of teachers and students, fostering an inclusive and productive learning environment.

How do learning assistants typically collaborate with teachers and students in the classroom?

Learning Assistants work closely with teachers to support lesson delivery, often helping to facilitate group activities, provide one-on-one assistance to students, and manage classroom dynamics. They play a key role in reinforcing concepts presented by the teacher, answering student questions, and identifying individuals who may need additional help. Collaboration also involves regular communication with the teaching staff to discuss student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed. This teamwork ensures a supportive and effective learning environment for all students.

What is the difference between Learning Assistant vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectLearning AssistantTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsOften undergraduate or graduate students, sometimes with specific trainingVaries; may include certifications or student status
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, supporting active learning in classroomsClassrooms, labs, or online, assisting teachers or professors
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, primarily colleges and universitiesSchools, colleges, universities, and training programs
Common Search & ComparisonLearning Assistant vs Teaching Assistant

Learning Assistants typically support active learning in higher education settings, often as students themselves, focusing on peer support and engagement. Teaching Assistants may have more formal instructional duties, including grading and classroom management. While both roles assist in educational environments, Learning Assistants emphasize peer-led support, whereas Teaching Assistants often work directly under faculty supervision to facilitate instruction.

How much do learning assistants get paid?

Learning assistants typically earn between $10 and $20 per hour, depending on the institution, location, and experience. Some roles may also include stipends or academic credit, and the position often requires strong communication and organizational skills.

What are the most commonly searched types of Learning jobs in Maryland?

The most popular types of Learning jobs in Maryland are:

What cities in Maryland are hiring for Learning Assistant jobs?

Cities in Maryland with the most Learning Assistant job openings:

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Infographic showing various Learning Assistant job openings in Maryland as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,241 per year, or $13.6 per hour.

Substitute Teacher - Early Learning

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day

Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Why Work for Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day?

Play isn't just fun, It's fundamental! Children need playtime, it is crucial for healthy development. Children learn about the world by exploring ideas, manipulating objects, investigating creative materials, and problem-solving with others. Using imagination and creativity, children take on new roles and test new concepts. Wonders teachers use observation and planning to create learning experiences that are intentional and provide meaningful context for children to practice skills and express ideas.

Join the Wonders family of caring, dedicated, and fun educators!

About Wonders

Our Mission - To cultivate curiosity, resilience, and social responsibility in children by fostering high-quality, nurturing, and inclusive educational communities led by skilled professionals

Since our inception in 1976, our goal has been to provide non-profit, quality child care to working families. Over the years, we have grown from a single center in the basement of All Saint's Church in Chevy Chase, Maryland to multiple accredited early learning, extended day, and summer camp programs across the DC Metropolitan Region.

Our programs support today's workforce, while growing the workforce of tomorrow.

Benefits & Compensation

We provide paid pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting, medical exams, & drug screens as well as paid New Hire Orientation.

Wonders values its educators and leaders and we invest in our workforce by prioritizing compensation and nurturing meaningful careers. Our educators are regularly engaged in efforts towards continuous improvement in their skills and knowledge in the classroom. Approximately 80% of our annual budget is directed to staff compensation.

Job Summary

The Substitute Teacher plays an important role in providing quality child care services in both our early childhood and school-age programs.

Our teachers are positive models... They stimulate creative thought processes, provide hands-on experiences, and promote emotional development for children. Every day we need enthusiastic, energetic, and experienced individuals to work when needed, to fill in for our regular staff when they are not able to work.

Essential Functions

  • Assist with established learning activities that are balanced in all areas and include: active/quiet, long/short, group/individual, cognitive/physical, large group/small group and child initiated/teacher directed. Attention is given to the children's ideas and curiosities in influencing the direction of daily activities.
  • Follow established policies, procedures, and practices in an organized and thorough manner.
  • Assist with activities that are age-appropriate, process-oriented, and encourage divergent thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, based on Wonders curriculum, philosophy and mission.
  • Maintain open communication with the Program Director regarding children, families, and team members.
  • Assist with making sure that all spaces used by the program are: physically and emotionally safe / interesting and engaging for children / clean and organized / reflect and support the lives and work of the children present / support children in their understanding of the diversity of our society.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

  • Creative, nurturing, and fun
  • Dependable and detail oriented
  • People oriented - enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
  • Adaptable - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting.
  • Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required. BA or AA in Education or related field is preferred.
  • Coursework in approved early childhood and/or school-age child development and curriculum planning are a plus.
  • CPR and First Aid certification a plus.
  • Are you worried you don't meet all of our qualifications for this position? We still encourage you to apply!

EEO Statement

Wonders provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, citizenship, current or future military status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Wonders to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Additional Information

  • This position works in an on-call, as-needed basis.
  • This position may report to any of our 11 locations across DC and MD dependent on completion of licensing paperwork for each jurisdiction.
  • Early Childhood programs are open 7:30a to 6:30p

Job Type: Substitute / Part-Time No Benefits

Program Length: Indefinite

Work Location: Bethesda, MD or Chevy Chase, MD

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