Lead Infant Teacher

A Little Journey Montessori School; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A Little Journey Montessori School in Bozeman, MT is seeking a lead infant room teacher to join our licensed childcare team. The ideal candidate is reliable, caring, and capable of Montessori-inspired guidance for infants while collaborating with other teachers.

We open 8:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, year-round. This full-time role starts at $20/hour (DOE) and offers opportunities to grow within a nurturing program focused on high-quality care and development.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young children.
• Experience working with infants.
• Teamwork and good communication skills.
• Montessori experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Aid lead teachers with classroom management.
• Change diapers as needed.
• Supervise young children inside and outside.
• Light cleaning and chores throughout the day.
• Assist children with individual needs.
• Communicate with other teachers and parents.

Job description

Lead Infant Teacher Montessori Program

A Little Journey Montessori School is looking for a lead infant room teacher:

• The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is consistent and reliable.


• Loves working with others and young children.


• Adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances and environment.


• Can take charge of classroom management and work alongside other teachers.

This is an amazing opportunity for those interested in a career in Montessori and/or early childhood teaching and education. We are looking to hire a qualified teacher for this licensed childcare facility.

We are looking for a full-time wonderful, loving, caring lead infant teacher with Montessori experience preferred but not required:

• We are open 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.


• We are a year-round program.

Our Mission:

To provide high-quality care to young children while giving them a foundation for their educational and societal future.

Core Values:

• Committed - to the work.


• Accountable - to your team.


• Transparent - in all things, communicate needs and difficulties.


• Positive - attitude and outlook.


• Intentional - about your actions.


• Responsible - for what you do.


• Aligned - with what we do and who we are.


• Thrive - not survive, want more grow.

Job Description:

• Aid lead teachers with classroom management.


• Change diapers as needed.


• Supervise young children inside and outside.


• Cleaning up after children and light chores throughout the day.


• Assisting children with their individual needs.


• Aiding lead teachers with tasks throughout the day.


• Communicating with other teachers and parents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A passion for working with young children.


• Experience working with infants.


• Great at working as a team and with others.


• A friendly nature, patience, and love for children.


• Good organization and communication skills.


• Experience caring for children.


• Experience caring for infants.


• Montessori experience preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Hands-on infant, Child, and Adult CPR/First Aid certification is required within 30 days of hire.


• Must pass criminal a background check for state licensing requirements.


• Verification of Immunizations (MMR and tDap).


• Training courses for state licensing requirements within 30 and 90 days of hire.

SALARY:

• Pay is DOE starting at $20/hour.

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