Infant Assistant Teacher

Midtown Montessori; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Childcare discounts

Overtime potential during camps

Training opportunities

Job summary

Midtown Montessori Academy in Denver seeks a full-time Infant Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher to support the lead guide in implementing Montessori methods for infants aged 8 weeks to 18 months. The role emphasizes a safe, peaceful prepared environment, respectful caregiving, and freedom of movement for babies.

Responsibilities include observation, environment prep, caregiving routines, and accurate log keeping.

Qualifications

• Meets Colorado state standards for infant/toddler licensing
• Infant CPR/First Aid certification desired; MMA will assist in obtaining
• implies experience or interest in MACTE-accredited Infant/Toddler training

Responsibilities

• Observe infants’ motor, language, and social development and share observations with the Lead Infant Guide
• Maintain safe, orderly, and clean environment with low shelves and tactile materials
• Support diapering, feeding (breastmilk, formula, solids), and nap routines per licensing guidelines
• Encourage infants’ independent movement in a safe space
• Keep logs of feeding, sleeping, diapering, and milestones
• Assist with calm daily transitions and supportive guidance from the lead guide
• Collaborate with the Lead Infant Guide and refer parent inquiries as needed

Skills

Infant care

Observation skills

Montessori philosophy

Respect for the Child

Education

College degree preferred

Infant/toddler Montessori training MACTE

Tools

Transparent Classroom

Job description

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Salary Range: $19.40 To $22.00 Annually

Overview:

Midtown Montessori Academy is seeking a full-time Infant Early Childhood Education (ECE) Assistant Teache. In our Nido (Infant) classrooms, assistants support the lead guide in implementing the Montessori approach tailored to infants (ages 8 weeks to 18 months). The role includes maintaining a safe, peaceful, and prepared environment where respect, gentle caregiving routines, and freedom of movement are prioritized.

About Us:

Founded in 2018, Midtown Montessori Academy is committed to offering authentic Montessori education for children aged 8 weeks through sixth grade. We believe in empowering each child to explore their educational path based on their curiosity rather than a traditional, directive-based method.

Reports to: Infant Lead Guide

Employee Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Daily Schedule: Monday - Friday:8:15am - 5:15pm (9-hour day with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break).

Salary Range: $19.40 - $22.00/hour, based on experience

Responsibilities:

Observation & Developmental Tracking: Observe infants’ motor, language, and social development, sharing observations with the Lead Infant Guide to support individualized care plans.

The Prepared Infant Environment: Maintain order, safety, and cleanliness in the classroom, ensuring low shelves, movement mats, and tactile materials are disinfected daily.

Primary Caregiving & Routines: Support respectful daily routines including diapering, feeding (breastmilk, formula, and solid food introduction), and floor-bed nap schedules in accordance with state licensing guidelines.

Freedom of Movement: Protect and encourage infants’ natural motor development by allowing unrestricted movement in a safe, child-proofed space without restrictive equipment (such as bouncers or walkers).

Communication & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate digital or physical logs of feeding, sleeping, diapering, and milestone updates (e.g., via Transparent Classroom or daily care logs).

Daily Support & Guiding Transitions: Assist the lead guide in maintaining a calm, unhurried atmosphere and guide infants through gentle daily transitions with loving support.

Collaboration: Work closely with the lead guide in an open, collaborative manner, referring all parent inquiries and concerns to the Lead Infant Guide.

The Ideal Candidate:

Montessori Philosophy: Demonstrates strong interest in or experience with infant Montessori practices, specifically the “Respect for the Child” philosophy and respectful caregiving.

Infant Independence & Autonomy: Committed to supporting early infant independence and self-directed movement (“Help me do it by myself”).

Attributes: Demonstrates high reliability, deep patience, empathy, a soft-spoken demeanor, and a gentle approach to infant care.

Physicality: Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs, bend, squat, kneel, lift, and sit on the floor for extended periods to engage directly with infants at eye level.

Qualification Requirements:

State Standards: Meets all Colorado state standards and infant/toddler licensing requirements (including infant CPR/First Aid certification - MMA will assist in obtaining this certification.)

Background Check: Must pass a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and FBI fingerprint-based background check.

Training: Standard PDIS courses required by the state of Colorado

Education: College degree preferred; infant/toddler Montessori experience or interest in MACTE-accredited Infant/Toddler training is a plus.

Compensation Package:

Midtown Montessori Academy offers competitive compensation, including paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, employer paid life insurance, childcare discounts, and overtime potential during childcare camps. We also offer training opportunities in areas such as Early Childhood college courses, all-school professional development, and access to MACTE-accredited Montessori training programs.