Infant Teacher New Wilton, Connecticut

Guidepost Montessori; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community at a leading Guidepost Montessori school in Wilton as an Infant Teacher. In this role, you will empower infants aged 0-24 months to cultivate independence and a love of learning in a carefully prepared Montessori environment. Be part of a team that supports children's unique developmental journeys while enjoying robust benefits including tuition discounts, health insurance, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

75% tuition discount for two children

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience working with infants in a school setting.
• Ability to observe and meet children's needs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a nurturing environment for infant development.
• Provide individual and small-group lessons suited to each child's growth.
• Build personal connections to foster a sense of community.

Skills

Experience with children ages 2 months - 24 months

Willingness to learn

Job description

We are hiring Infant Teachers for our amazing Guidepost Montessori school in Wilton!

Get the opportunity to empower 0 to 1 year-olds to gain independence, self-confidence, and an enduring love of learning!

Your Role

We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Infant Guides (Teachers) to support a mixed-age class of infants ages 6 weeks to 24 months children in a Montessori environment.

In a Montessori environment, Guides (teachers) carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child’s interest. Guides provide personalized support to each child. They offer individual and small-group lessons, showing children how to use the materials and perform activities with them, and giving them precise language to understand their experiences.

Because of the carefully prepared environment and individualized support, children in a Montessori class have tremendous liberty to explore the environment and work on materials of their choice for as long as they want. Most importantly, the support and materials help every child develop skills, confidence, and a firm conviction that they are capable.

We’re looking for an Infant Guide who will bring their best in order to support every child in reaching their highest potential!

• Observe children closely to understand and best meet their needs
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters independence and concentration
• Provide individual and small-group lessons to support each child’s development
• Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of collaboration and respect

An ideal candidate has:

• Experience working with children ages 2 months - 24 months
• Experience working with children ages 2 months - 24 months in a school setting
• Willingness and excitement to learn

What we offer:

• The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through Elementary)
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices
• Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities
• A competitive pay rate
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

About Us

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children’s House, and Elementary programs.

At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We’re on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators!

Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life!

If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

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