Lead Toddler Teacher

Msmresources; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Generous PTO

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Kindernest Montessori School in Newton, MA seeks a skilled Montessori Toddler Teacher to guide children aged 15 months to 2.9 years. The role focuses on independence, exploration, and meaningful learning within a warm, supportive classroom community.

The ideal candidate holds a Montessori Infant/Toddler credential (AMI/AMS/MACTE) or is pursuing an EEC Lead Teacher certification, and brings experience with toddlers and a calm, professional teaching presence to our team.

Qualifications

• Montessori Infant/Toddler credential strongly preferred.
• EEC Teacher or Lead Teacher certification (or in progress).
• Experience with toddlers and a calm, positive, professional teaching presence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a beautiful Montessori toddler classroom.
• Present developmentally appropriate lessons that support independence, language, motor, and practical life skills.
• Provide nurturing, respectful care including toileting support, transitions, and emotional guidance.
• Observe each child and adapt lesson.

Skills

Montessori approach

Observation of child development

Independent learning facilitation

Education

AMI/AMS/MACTE Montessori Infant/Toddler credential

EEC Teacher or Lead Teacher certification (or in progress)

Job description

Description

Kindernest is seeking a skilled, caring Montessori Toddler Teacher to join our warm and supportive school community. We are looking for an educator who understands Montessori philosophy and is passionate about guiding children ages 15 months–2.9 years through independence, exploration, and meaningful learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, authentic, carefully prepared Montessori toddler classroom
• Present developmentally appropriate lessons that support independence, language, motor, and practical life skills
• Provide nurturing, respectful care including toileting support, transitions, and emotional guidance
• Observe each child and adapt lesson

Lead Toddler Teacher

Kindernest Montessori School, Newton MA
Infant/Toddler (0-3 years)

Qualifications

• Montessori Infant/Toddler credential (AMI, AMS, MACTE) strongly preferred
• EEC Teacher or Lead Teacher certification (or in progress)
• Experience working with toddlers and a calm, positive, professional teaching presence.

Benefits

• Competitive SalaryGenerous PTOHealth, Dental, Vision, etc.