Infant & Toddler Lead Montessori Teacher – Growth & Benefits

Seton Montessori School; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Seton Montessori School is seeking an Infant and Toddler Lead Teacher to join the Seton Montessori Institute & School community in Clarendon Hills, IL starting August 2026. This full-time role offers a collaborative team environment and benefits within a respected Montessori program.

Responsibilities include preparing the classroom, supporting outdoor learning, and fostering strong parent partnerships while advancing Montessori education for birth through elementary ages.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Montessori philosophy and child-centered learning.
• Wosters: completing DCFS requirements; ongoing professional development.
• Experience with children in Montessori or similar settings helpful.

Responsibilities

• Execute educational and administrative policies for smooth classroom operation.
• Prepare environment and materials for daily activities.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and safe outdoor spaces.
• Monitor safety of children outdoors and support nature-based learning.
• Partner with parents to support children's progress.
• Direct and develop teaching assistants and student teachers.
• Keep attendance and progress records.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Montessori philosophy

Team collaboration

Relationship building with parents

Professional development

Physical dexterity

Able to lift up to 40 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any subject

Montessori Certificate

Montessori Infant-Toddler certification (MACTE)

Job description

Seton Montessori School is seeking an Infant and Toddler Lead Teacher to join the Seton Montessori Institute & School community in Clarendon Hills, IL starting August 2026. This full-time role offers a collaborative team environment and benefits within a respected Montessori program.

Responsibilities include preparing the classroom, supporting outdoor learning, and fostering strong parent partnerships while advancing Montessori education for birth through elementary ages.