Toddler Teacher

Reports to the Directors of School

• Plans prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences.

• Speaks only in the target language

• Creates instruction that supports the development of the cognitive, emotional, social, physical, and developmental growth of the child.

• Uses the school curriculum, Montessori Albums, and current research-based instructional practices to develop integrated units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students.

• Prepares an environment that meets the sensitive period of development of the children with whom he/she works.

• Prepares an environment in which the instructional resources correspond to the needs of the group.

• Uses various assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children's work samples, continuums of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students.

• Documents through Reggio standards and monitors the progress of individual students and uses school-approved screening and evaluation tools to develop IEP plans for individual children.

• Maintains a clean, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment.

• Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment.

• Use relevant technology to support instruction.

• Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.

• Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, school policies and regulations.

• Creates an environment that demonstrates rapport with and respect and kindness for, all students as well as between students.

• Models and teaches conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies in the classroom. Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

• Establishes a positive relationship with the parents of the students and maintains regular communication with parents concerning their child's specific needs.

• Establishes and maintains a Montessori classroom culture, paying particular attention to the needs of students/parents new to Montessori.

• Maintains his/her teaching skills and participates in professional development activities (both within the school community and via attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.).

• Participates in on-going self-assessment and refinement of practice as well as in collaborative professional growth.

• Participates in collegial activities and meetings designed to make the entire school a productive Professional Learning Community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood education: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• 2 years in a Montessori school (Preferred)
• Montessori Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location