Lead Toddler Teacher

Meipn; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbor Montessori School is looking for a compassionate and dynamic toddler Montessori teacher for the 2025-26 school year. Ideal candidates should possess Montessori certification and experience in classroom management, emphasizing collaboration and positive relationships with students and families.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Montessori certification required.
• Experience with the first plane of development.
• Ability to maintain student records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop curriculum in all subject areas.
• Maintain student records regarding attendance and achievement.
• Build collaborative relationships with staff.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Harbor Montessori School in Gig Harbor Washington is seeking a dynamic and compassionate toddler Montessori teacher for the 2025-26 school year. HMS has well-equipped and beautiful classrooms, small class sizes, a welcoming and joyful staff and faculty, all on a beautiful four-acre campus just two miles from the downtown area.

Harbor Montessori School is accredited by the American Montessori Society and is an equal opportunity employer seeking candidates who will embrace the tenets of Montessori Education and the school’s mission, vision, and values, including optimism, respect, connection, integrity, and inclusivity.

Candidates must be detail-oriented, work well as a team member, be experienced in classroom management skills, and have a deep understanding of Montessori education in the first plane of development.

Brief Description: The Toddler Teacher is a full-time, year round (12 month) position. The Toddler Teacher will work in conjunction with the Associate Head of School and the Head of School to educate, lead, and empower toddlers in accordance with the principles of Montessori educational philosophy and practices. The candidate must hold a toddler credential from an AMS, AMI, or MACTE accredited teacher education program.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Prepare the environment and lessons in all subject areas
• Develop, review, and update curriculum
• Prepare annual statement of goals and objectives for professional development and evaluation
• Maintain student records with regard to attendance, achievement, and report-writing
• Prepare reports for families in accordance with the established policies of Harbor Montessori School
• Mentor the classroom assistant and build a collaborative relationship with them
• Prepare for and participate in regular parent-teacher conferences as set forth on the school calendar
• Attend and participate in various evening meetings
• Establish and maintain a positive and professional relationship with students, families, and other staff members
  
  SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Montessori certification required

Harbor Montessori School offers competitive benefits including professional development, medical/dental/vision, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Salary range is $48,000 – $72,000 depending upon education and experience.

Interested candidates, please send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Mason, Associate Head of School at [e-mail].