Infant/Toddler teacher

New School Montessori; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

New School Montessori is seeking a warm, dependable Montessori-trained Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood team in Lancaster, PA. The role focuses on children aged 15 months to 3 years and emphasizes a calm, respectful, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

As part of our team, you will create a nurturing Montessori space where children build independence, language, and social skills through purposeful, hands-on learning.

Qualifications

• Montessori credential for Infant & Toddler level from MACTE-approved program.
• Experience with children aged 15 months to 3 years.
• Patient, dependable, and caring approach.
• Strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of working with young children.
• Relevant early childhood education experience or credentials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a safe, organized Montessori toddler environment.
• Present developmentally appropriate Montessori lessons and activities.
• Support children with toileting, meals, rest, transitions, and daily routines.
• Guide children using positive, respectful, and consistent classroom practices.
• Observe and document student growth and development.
• Communicate professionally with families and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team.
• Follow all school, health, safety, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Montessori credential

Toddlers experience

Patience & dependability

Communication skills

Observation skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

New School Montessori is seeking a warm, dependable, and engaging Montessori-trained Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood team. This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys working with children ages 15 months to 3 years and values a calm, respectful, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

The Toddler Teacher will create a nurturing Montessori classroom where children can build independence, develop language and social skills, and explore through purposeful, hands-on learning.

Toddler Teacher

New School Montessori | Lancaster, PA

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a safe, organized, and authentic Montessori toddler environment
• Present developmentally appropriate Montessori lessons and activities
• Support children with toileting, meals, rest, transitions, and daily routines
• Guide children using positive, respectful, and consistent classroom practices
• Observe and document student growth and development
• Communicate professionally with families and colleagues
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team
• Follow all school, health, safety, and licensing requirements

Qualifications

• Montessori credential for the Infant and Toddler level from a MACTE approved training program
• Experience working with children ages 15 months to 3 years
• A patient, dependable, and caring approach
• Strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills
• Ability to meet the physical demands of working with young children
• Relevant early childhood education experience or credentials

New School Montessori is an independent Montessori school serving children from infancy through eighth grade across three Lancaster-area campuses. We offer a supportive professional community, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference during a critical stage of a child’s development.