Montessori Teacher - Infant/Toddler

townofwindsorct; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Windsor Montessori School is seeking a dynamic Early Childhood Educator II to lead a Toddler Montessori classroom for children 6 weeks to 24 months. The role includes curriculum planning, observations, and parent conferences, with collaboration from a team of assistants and interns.

Prepare daily reports and participate in ongoing trainings. The position requires a degree in early childhood education, with preference for a Bachelor’s and AMS Montessori certification, plus a background and drug

Qualifications

• Associates degree in ECE; Bachelor's in ECE or related field with 1 year experience preferred.
• Completion of 12 ECE credits within the first year.
• AMS Montessori Certification or completion of accredited Montessori training preferred; practicum considered.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Lead an Infant Toddler Montessori environment for ages 6 weeks to 24 months.
• Collaborate with assistants, interns, and contractual staff.
• Implement and plan Montessori curriculum; conduct daily observations.
• Complete report cards and conduct parent conferences.
• Order materials, prepare daily family reports, attend staff meetings.
• Participate in trainings and maintain timely work records.

Skills

Montessori knowledge

Education

Associates degree in ECE

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field (preferred)

AMS Montessori Certification or accredited Montessori training (preferred)

Job description

Windsor Montessori School

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR II – Toddler Teacher

The Town of Windsor is looking for a dynamic, energetic Montessori Toddler Teacher to fill a full-time position. The successful candidate will lead an Infant Toddler Montessori environment for children ages 6 weeks to 24 months; work with assistants, interns, and contractual employees; implement and plan a Montessori curriculum, conduct daily observations, complete report cards, conduct parent teacher conferences, order materials and supplies as needed; prepare daily reports to families; attend monthly staff meetings; participate in seminars and training sessions as assigned; and, maintain timely and accurate work records.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of Associates degree in early childhood education, Bachelor’s degree preferred early childhood education or related field with 1 year experience; or, any combination of education and/or experience required
• Must have good knowledge of principles and practices of early childhood education and development
• AMS Montessori Certification or completion of an accredited Montessori training program preferred. Candidates who have completed AMS training but need the practicum experience will be considered
• Completion of 12 ECE credits is required within the first year of employment
• Successful completion of the Town of Windsor’s pre-employment background and drug screen – including testing for marijuana

Compensation and Schedule:

• Annual salary range is $38,000 to $45,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Town employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package, including but not limited to, health, dental, vision and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, short and long term disability, and a defined contribution retirement plan
• The hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday - 52 weeks per year

The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA