Lead Teacher - Villa Montessori

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care Career Center; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) match

Professional development

Paid time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Villa Montessori in Chantilly, VA seeks a LeadMontessoriTeacher to provide an authentic Montessori experience, guiding children growth and independence. You will collaborate with teachers and families to support children's development, using self-directed activities.

The role requires Montessori certification and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, with a preference for 1 year in a licensed setting. We offer competitive pay, childcare discounts, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Montessori Teacher Certification required (AMS/AMI/NAMC).
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 1 year of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Able to work during regular operating hours.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.
• At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and supervision of children ages 16 months–6 years.
• Foster an environment where children learn at their own pace.
• Work with individual and small groups of children.
• Build rapport with children and guide self-directed activities.
• Maintain open communication with parents to answer questions.
• Care for and maintain the classroom, materials, and equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Montessori Teacher Certification (AMS/AMI/NAMC)

Job description

Center: stone ridge

Job Type: Full-Time

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team atVilla Montessori! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including achildcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join Villa Montessori!

What will you be doing?

As a LeadMontessoriTeacher, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide an authentic Montessori experience by following each child as they grow and develop independence, confidence and a strong sense of community. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 16 months – 6 years.
• Fostering an environment that will allow children to develop at their own pace.
• Work with individual and small groups of children.
• Create a rapport with the children and be responsive to their needs, guiding them through self-directed activities.
• Maintain open lines of communication with parents to answer questions.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of the classroom, teaching materials and equipment.

Top Reasons to join Villa Montessori:

• We offer a generous child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff are offered paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements:

• Montessori Teacher Certification (AMS, AMI, NAMC, etc.) required
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• 1 year of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment

• At least 18 years of age