Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher

Shamrock Montessori LLC; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer contribution

Health, dental and vision option

Flexible scheduling

PTO/Sick days

Professional development assistance

Staff bonuses/awards

Job summary

A leading Montessori school in Bellevue is seeking a warm, patient, and enthusiastic Lead Toddler Montessori Teacher. The ideal candidate will foster a nurturing environment, manage a classroom effectively, and support the independence and self-discovery of children. This role requires Montessori certification and experience with toddlers in a Montessori or early childhood setting. Join us in making meaningful changes in children's lives every day.

Qualifications

• Must have Montessori Credential and experience with toddlers.
• Experience in a Montessori or early childhood setting is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication and organization.
• STARS/MERIT profile, CPR/First Aid certified.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and engaging Montessori classroom.
• Support each child's individual development.
• Communicate regularly with parents.
• Foster independence, curiosity, and kindness in routines.
• Communicate regularly with parents and staff.
• Supervise and guide classroom staff and subs.
• Work collaboratively with the team.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Montessori Infant/Toddler Certification

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Overview

Welcome to Shamrock Montessori. We are bilingual Christian Montessori school in Bellevue. In God's faith, hope and love, we work wholeheartedly for the goodness of the students with skills and patience, regardless of the student's beliefs. We are a family that grows together in God. If you want to be a part of this family, come and join us.

Join a nurturing Montessori community where every child is respected, and every teacher makes a difference!

Shamrock Montessori is seeking a warm, patient, and enthusiastic Lead Toddler Montessori Teacher to join our team. Must have Montessori Credential and some experience. The ideal candidate can independently manage a classroom, prepare materials, foster a warm learning environment, and partner with families. This is a leadership role for a self-starter who thrives on creating meaningful learning experiences and is able to guide children ages 18 months to 3 years through their first experiences of independence, self-discovery, and joyful learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, calm, and engaging Montessori classroom.
• Observe and support each child\'s individual development.
• Introduce practical life, sensorial, language, pre-math and cultural lessons.
• Foster independence, curiosity, and kindness in everyday routines.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and staff.
• Supervise and guide classroom assistant and/or float staff and subs.
• Must be a team player and be able to work collaboratively with the staff.

Qualifications

• Montessori Infant/Toddler Certification.
• Experience with toddlers in a Montessori or early childhood setting.
• Classroom management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication and organization.
• STARS/MERIT profile, CPR/First Aid certified.

Why Work with Us?

• Supportive, inclusive school culture.
• Beautiful Montessori classrooms and materials.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Meaningful work that changes lives every day.

Benefits

• 401K with employer contribution.
• Health, dental and vision option.
• Flexible scheduling.
• PTO/Sick days.
• Professional development assistance.
• Staff bonuses/awards.