Montessori Childminder — Home-Based, Flexible Hours

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible hours

Hybrid arrangements

Close collaboration with family

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an experienced Montessori childminder for a nurturing, home-based role caring for one preschool-aged child. The candidate should apply Montessori principles to create engaging, child-led activities that foster independence and curiosity.

The position allows for occasional hybrid engagement through remote planning or virtual check-ins, with a strong emphasis on safety and family collaboration to support the child’s development.

Qualifications

• Certified Montessori educator with preschool experience.
• Strong knowledge of Montessori philosophy and its practical application.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with parents and child.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Reliable, patient, and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Implement Montessori-based activities and routines.
• Prepare and maintain a stimulating learning environment.
• Guide the child in practical life skills, sensorial exploration and language development.
• Observe and record progress, interests and milestones.
• Ensure safety, well-being and emotional support at all times.
• Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• Communicate regularly with parents about the child's day and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized play and learning area.
• Adapt activities to the child's evolving needs.

Skills

Montessori educator

Preschool care

Montessori philosophy

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Safety & learning environment

CPR & First Aid

Reliability

Education

Montessori certification

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an experienced Montessori childminder for a nurturing, home-based role caring for one preschool-aged child. The candidate should apply Montessori principles to create engaging, child-led activities that foster independence and curiosity.

The position allows for occasional hybrid engagement through remote planning or virtual check-ins, with a strong emphasis on safety and family collaboration to support the child’s development.