Toddler Assistant Teacher

Montessori School of Silicon Valley; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Montessori training potential

Collaborative teaching environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Cabrillo Montessori School in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Toddler Assistant Teacher for ages 18 months to 2.5 years. Join a warm, hands-on environment that supports independence, language development and social-emotional growth.

You will collaborate with the Lead Guide and team to support daily activities, provide individual and small-group guidance, and help maintain a nurturing classroom community for toddlers and families.

Qualifications

• Caring, energetic and dependable educator with toddlers.
• Willingness to learn about Montessori methods and child development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily classroom activities and Montessori learning experiences.
• Assist with individual and small-group activities promoting independence.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and rest.
• Support toileting, handwashing, dressing, and other self-care routines.
• Foster emotional regulation, positive social interactions, and early communication skills.
• Prepare classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe learning environment.
• Support hands-on experiences such as gardening, art, music, and practical life activities.
• Build warm relationships with children, families, and educators.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Toddler Assistant Teacher – Ages 18 Months–2.5 Years

Pinnacles Pre-Primary Community | Cabrillo Montessori School | Santa Clara, CA

Are you a caring, energetic, and dependable educator who loves working with toddlers? Join our team at Cabrillo Montessori School in Santa Clara! Our school provides a nurturing, hands‑on learning environment where young children are encouraged to explore, develop independence, build confidence, and discover the joy of learning.

At Cabrillo Montessori School, we believe in creating a warm, supportive, and consistent environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow at their own pace. Our Montessori programs foster independence, language development, creativity, and meaningful social connections while supporting each child's individual needs and developmental milestones.

Our Pinnacles Pre-Primary Community serves children ages 18 months–2.5 years, offering an engaging environment where toddlers are encouraged to move, explore, communicate, and develop important practical life skills. Through meaningful hands‑on experiences and consistent daily routines, children begin building the confidence and independence that will support them throughout their early childhood years.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dependable Toddler Assistant Teacher to work collaboratively with our Lead Guide and teaching team to support daily classroom activities, children's development, and the overall classroom experience.

What You'll Do:

• Work collaboratively with the Lead Guide and teaching team to support daily classroom activities and Montessori learning experiences.
• Assist with individual and small-group activities that encourage independence, language development, curiosity, and confidence.
• Supervise and support children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, rest periods, transitions, and daily routines.
• Support toileting, diapering, handwashing, dressing, and other personal care routines with patience, respect, and encouragement.
• Help children develop emotional regulation, positive social interactions, and early communication skills.
• Prepare classroom materials and help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming learning environment.
• Support hands‑on experiences such as gardening, cooking, art, music, sensory exploration, and practical life activities.
• Build warm, positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
• Help create a nurturing, joyful classroom community where every child feels secure, supported, and encouraged to grow.

We're Looking for Toddler Assistant Teachers Who:

• Have experience or a strong desire to work with toddlers and young children.
• Bring warmth, patience, energy, and enthusiasm to the classroom.
• Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a supportive teaching team.
• Are dependable, flexible, and committed to creating a positive experience for children.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understand or are eager to learn about toddler development, daily care routines, and social‑emotional growth.
• Are interested in learning about Montessori education and philosophy.
• Are excited to grow professionally and explore opportunities for Montessori certification and future leadership roles.

Montessori experience is welcomed but not required! We value educators who are passionate about working with young children and excited to learn.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions:

Working with toddlers is an active, hands‑on experience! Our teachers spend their days moving, engaging with children at their level, assisting with daily care routines, and supporting learning both indoors and outdoors.

This position includes:

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and move throughout the classroom and outdoor learning environments consistently throughout the day
• Ability to sit on the floor or work at child‑sized tables and chairs to engage with children during daily activities consistently throughout the day
• Ability to lift, carry, and assist children or classroom materials weighing approximately 10–30 pounds as needed intermittently throughout the day
• Ability to actively supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, transitions, and daily routines consistently throughout the day
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues consistently throughout the day
• Ability to work in a lively preschool environment with varying levels of noise, activity, and frequent interruptions consistently throughout the day
• Ability to transition between indoor and outdoor environments and adapt to varying weather conditions as needed
• Ability to respond promptly and appropriately to children's needs and classroom situations as needed

Why Join Cabrillo Montessori School?

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
• Opportunities to explore Montessori training and certification
• A collaborative and supportive teaching environment
• Meaningful opportunities to contribute to children's growth and development
• Potential for long‑term career advancement

Grow Your Career With Us!

Whether you're an experienced toddler educator or someone looking to build a meaningful career in early childhood education, Cabrillo Montessori School offers an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a lasting difference.

If you love helping young children become confident, capable, and independent learners and want to be part of a warm, supportive school community where your contributions truly matter, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and discover the joy of teaching at Cabrillo Montessori School!