Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher (ECE)

Springcreekcareers; Canmore; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental coverage

Extended health

Life insurance

On-site staff housing

Perkopolis discounts

Professional development support

Team events

Job summary

Spring Creek is seeking a Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher (ECE) to support toddlers in a Montessori-inspired setting. The role emphasizes growth in language, movement, and independence, with active supervision and a nurturing, responsive presence.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 2/3 ECE certification, have 3+ years of toddler experience, and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills. Background checks and an Emergency First Aid Certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 Early Childhood Educator certification is required.
• At least 3 years of experience in early learning or childcare with toddlers.
• Preference for Montessori-inspired practice.
• Background check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and a valid Emergency First Aid Certificate are required.

Responsibilities

• Follow Alberta licensing and safety procedures with active supervision and a safe environment.
• Provide warm, attuned care and a calm, predictable environment for each child.
• Lead the planning and implementation of the classroom program with the Director.
• Offer Montessori-inspired lessons inviting exploration and purposeful movement.
• Support children's development through responsive caregiving and emotional regulation.
• Follow each child's rhythms for feeding, sleeping, and daily routines.
• Observe and document development with Lillio and report concerns per policies.
• Build strong relationships with families and act as primary classroom contact.
• Support and guide team members to foster a positive, collaborative environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary environment and handle illnesses/incidents.

Skills

Early childhood education

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

ECE Level 2/3 certification

Tools

Lillio

Job description

The Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher (ECE) is responsible for supporting toddlers through a dynamic stage of growth in language, movement, and independence within Montessori-inspired environment and ensuring active supervision and a safe, responsive environment at all times. This role involves guiding children as they assert independence, navigate emotions, and develop early social skills, while maintaining a nurturing, consistent presence.

REQUIREMENTS

A Level 2 or 3 Early Childhood Educator certification is required for this role, along with 3 years of experience in early learning or childcare, specifically with toddlers. Preferences will be given to those with previous experience working in a Montessori inspired practice. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, highly organized, and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. A satisfactory background check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and a valid Emergency First Aid Certificate are also required.

DUTIES

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Follow all Alberta licensing requirements, safety procedures, and emergency protocols, ensuring active supervision, ratio compliance, and a safe, responsive environment at all times
• Provide warm, attuned, relationship-based care and create a calm, nurturing, and predictable environment for each child.
• Lead the planning and implementation of the classroom program in collaboration with the Director.
• Offer Montessori-inspired lessons that invite exploration and purposeful movement.
• Support children’s development through responsive caregiving, modeling gentle conflict resolution, supporting emotional regulation, and fostering independence in movement, early language, and self-help skills
• Follow each child’s individual rhythms for feeding, sleeping, toileting, and daily routines.
• Observe document in a timely manner, and support each child’s development, maintaining accurate records using Lillio and reporting concerns in accordance with centre policies and licensing requirements.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with families through daily communication and act as the primary point of contact for the classroom, including handling sensitive conversations professionally
• Support and guide team members in the classroom by modeling gentle conflict resolution and supporting emotional regulation, fostering consistency, collaboration, and a positive team environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment, responding appropriately to illness, incidents, and emergencies.
• Support daily routines and transitions including arrival, outdoor time, meals, rest, and departure, including outdoor play, sensory exploration, and walks as appropriate.
• Support overall centre operations, including assisting in other classrooms and contributing to administrative tasks such as enrollment, open houses, and classroom setup.

BENEFITS

• A generous benefits package (dental, drug, extended health, life insurance) is offered for full-time employment.
• Other benefits include staff events, discounts at Spring Creek and local businesses, participation in the Perkopolis discount program, support for professional development, and a positive team atmosphere.
• On-site shared staff accommodation, pending availability for full time employees, for $20-$25/day.
• Compensation is based on ECE certification level and includes applicable Alberta wage top-up funding.