Montessori-Trained Toddler Educator

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary 75,000 ZAR per year

Comprehensive health insurance and退休/n

Generous annual leave

Montessori training opportunities

Collaborative Capetown team

Access to Montessori resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Montessori-trained Toddler Educator for a renowned Cape Town early learning centre, caring for children aged 18 months to 3 years. The role focuses on fostering independence, curiosity, and a prepared environment in line with Montessori principles.

The ideal candidate holds AMI/AMS certification, has at least two years of toddler classroom experience, and demonstrates strong observation and communication skills to partner with families and colleagues in delivering

Qualifications

• Relevant Montessori certification (AMI/AMS) for Early Childhood or Toddler programs.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with toddlers in a formal educational setting.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.
• Excellent observation, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Montessori curriculum for toddlers, focusing on practical life skills, sensory exploration, and language development.
• Observe and document each child's progress, strengths, and areas for development.
• Prepare and maintain the classroom environment to be clean, orderly, and inviting, ensuring materials are accessible and in good condition.
• Guide children in developing independence, self-discipline, and social skills.
• Communicate effectively and proactively with parents regarding their child's experiences and development.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning community.
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and parent-teacher conferences as required.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children under your care at all times.
• Model respectful interactions and positive behavior.

Education

AMI/AMS Montessori certification

Observation & documentation

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Tools

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Montessori-Trained Toddler Educator to join their esteemed early learning center in the beautiful city of Cape Town, Western Cape. This role is critical in fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years, adhering strictly to the Montessori philosophy. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of child development, a commitment to individualized learning, and the ability to create a prepared environment that encourages independence, curiosity, and exploration. This is an excellent opportunity for an educator who thrives in a supportive team setting and is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education in a renowned Cape Town institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementing the Montessori curriculum for toddlers, focusing on practical life skills, sensory exploration, and language development.
• Observing and documenting each child's progress, strengths, and areas for development.
• Preparing and maintaining the classroom environment to be clean, orderly, and inviting, ensuring all materials are accessible and in good condition.
• Guiding children in developing independence, self-discipline, and social skills.
• Communicating effectively and proactively with parents regarding their child's experiences and development.
• Collaborating with fellow educators to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning community.
• Attending staff meetings, workshops, and parent-teacher conferences as required.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children under your care at all times.
• Modeling respectful interactions and positive behavior.

Requirements

• Relevant Montessori certification (e.g., AMI, AMS) for Early Childhood or Toddler programs.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with toddlers in a formal educational setting.
• Thorough understanding of Montessori principles and their application for very young children.
• Excellent observation, documentation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create a prepared environment that fosters independence and exploration.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for early childhood education.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.
• Experience with diverse cultural backgrounds is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of 75000 R .
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and annual leave.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and Montessori training.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Cape Town.
• Access to high-quality Montessori resources and materials.