Montessori Infant-Toddler Assistant Teacher — Calm Classroom Mentor

Guidedstudies; Villa Park (IL); Sur place; USD 24 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Montessori training

Growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Résumé du poste

Montessori Children’s Academy in Villa Park, IL is seeking an Infant‑Toddler Assistant Teacher to support a Montessori‑inspired program for ages 0–24 months. This role involves helping implement engaging activities, maintaining safety and routines, and supporting a nurturing classroom culture.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable and collaborative, with a passion for early childhood development and Montessori principles.

Qualifications

• Experience with children 0–3 in group setting.
• Understanding of child development and Montessori philosophy.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and meet physical demands.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Warm, calm, flexible, and professional demeanor.

Responsabilités

• Create and maintain a safe, clean, developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers.
• Assist the Lead Teacher to implement a Montessori‑inspired curriculum that promotes independence, self‑discovery, and social‑emotional growth.
• Observe and document children’s progress through authentic assessment and anecdotal records.
• Maintain daily routines that include care activities, work cycles, outdoor play, and rest periods.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators to support the classroom.
• Model gentle, respectful, and responsive caregiving.

Connaissances

Experience

Montessori philosophy understanding

CPR/First Aid certification

Physical stamina

Communication & teamwork

Calm, warm demeanor

Outils

CPR/First Aid certification

Description du poste

Montessori Children’s Academy in Villa Park, IL is seeking an Infant‑Toddler Assistant Teacher to support a Montessori‑inspired program for ages 0–24 months. This role involves helping implement engaging activities, maintaining safety and routines, and supporting a nurturing classroom culture.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable and collaborative, with a passion for early childhood development and Montessori principles.