SpanishSpeaking Assistant Teacher Nido Infant Classroom

PARK EAST ACADEMY INC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Park Schools Montessori in Atlanta seeks a warm, nurturing Spanish-speaking Assistant Teacher for our Nido (Infant) classroom. You will support the Lead Teacher in daily routines and provide a safe, loving environment while exposing infants to Spanish through songs and interactions.

Ideal candidates are patient, gentle and dependable, with a passion for early childhood development; Montessori experience preferred but not required. CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Spanish language ability required (fluent or conversational).
• Experience with infants or early childhood care preferred.
• Montessori experience preferred but not required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher with daily infant routines and activities.
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment for infants.
• Support each child’s physical, emotional, social and developmental needs.
• Communicate with children in Spanish through songs, stories and daily interactions.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, naps and classroom schedules.
• Observe and respond to each child’s individual needs with care and patience.
• Help prepare and organize Montessori materials and activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Encourage independence and early developmental milestones.
• Communicate professionally with teachers, staff and families.
• Follow all school policies and childcare guidelines.

Skills

Spanish language

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time Program Level: Nido / Infant Classroom

About the Role:

Park Schools Montessori is looking for a warm, nurturing, and dependable Spanish‑Speaking Assistant Teacher to join our Nido (Infant) classroom team. The ideal candidate has a genuine love for working with infants and is passionate about supporting their early growth, development, and independence.

We are seeking someone who is patient, gentle, and attentive while providing Spanish language exposure through daily interactions, songs, conversations, and classroom routines.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily infant classroom routines and activities
• Provide a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for infants
• Support each child’s physical, emotional, social, and developmental needs
• Communicate with children in Spanish through songs, stories, and daily interactions
• Assist with feeding, diapering, naps, and maintaining classroom schedules
• Observe and respond to each child’s individual needs with care and patience
• Help prepare and organize Montessori materials and classroom activities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment
• Encourage independence and early developmental milestones
• Communicate professionally with teachers, staff, and families
• Follow all school policies, health, safety, and childcare guidelines

Qualifications:

• Ability to speak Spanish fluently or conversationally required
• Previous infant, childcare, daycare, or early childhood classroom experience preferred
• Experience caring for infants in an educational setting is a plus
• Montessori experience preferred but not required
• Knowledge of infant development and age-appropriate care
• Patient, gentle, loving, and dependable
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable supporting infant care routines including feeding, diapering, and naps
• Ability to multitask in a busy classroom environment
• Willingness to learn and follow Montessori practices

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience as an Infant Assistant Teacher, Childcare Assistant, Early Childhood Assistant, or Preschool Assistant
• Bilingual skills (English & Spanish)
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus
• Passion for supporting infants during their earliest stages of learning and development

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who understands that the infant years create an important foundation for lifelong learning. The right candidate is caring, patient, reliable, and excited to help create a peaceful and nurturing Montessori environment where infants feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow.

If you love working with infants and sharing the Spanish language with young learners, we would love to meet you!