AMI / MACTE Toddler Guide | Waterdown Montessori School

Montessori Teachers College; Burlington; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Montessori Teachers College is seeking an AMI / MACTE Montessori-trained Toddler Guide for the Waterdown Montessori School in Burlington, Ontario, beginning September 2026. This full-time position involves guiding toddlers aged 16 months to 3 years, emphasizing freedom, purposeful work, and respectful caregiving.

The ideal candidate will have warmth, patience, strong Montessori practices, and a commitment to understanding the developmental needs of young children. Join a supportive community that values independence and a love of learning.

Qualifications

• Must possess an AMI or MACTE-accredited Montessori (0-3) Infant/Toddler diploma.
• Strong understanding of Montessori philosophy and toddler development.
• Ability to maintain a beautiful, orderly, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide toddlers and support their independence and development in the classroom environment.
• Implement Montessori principles in daily classroom life.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families for the child's development.

Skills

Montessori philosophy understanding

Observation skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organization skills

Education

AMI or MACTE-accredited Montessori (0-3) Infant/Toddler diploma

Job description

Job Category: Waterdown Montessori School
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Burlington Ontario

Waterdown Montessori School is seeking a AMI / MACTE Montessori-trained Toddler Guide to join our school community beginning September 2026.

Our toddler community serves children approximately 16 months to 3 years of age in a carefully prepared environment designed to support independence, language development, movement, and respectful social interactions. Daily classroom life emphasizes freedom within limits, purposeful work, and respectful caregiving routines, including support for children through the toilet learning process.

We are looking for a guide who brings warmth, patience, and strong Montessori practice, and who deeply respects the developmental needs of children in the first plane of development.

Qualifications

• AMI or MACTE-accredited Montessori (0-3) Infant/Toddler diploma
• Strong understanding of Montessori philosophy and toddler development
• Ability to prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly, and developmentally appropriate environment
• Strong observation, organization and communication skills
• Collaborative and reflective approach to working with colleagues and families

Position Details

• Full-time Toddler Guide position

About The School

Waterdown Montessori School is an established Montessori school serving children from Toddler through Elementary. Our programs emphasize respect for the child, independence, and a love of learning, while maintaining a commitment to authentic Montessori principles.

The school is located in Waterdown, Ontario, in the Hamilton/Burlington area, offering a welcoming community with convenient access to both Toronto and Niagara.