Infant Room Teacher

Are you calm, caring, and passionate about supporting the earliest stage of a child’s development? Do you enjoy working in a peaceful, nurturing environment where your contributions truly matter?

Cardan Montessori Center is seeking a reliable, patient, and loving Assistant Infant Teacher to join our team. In this essential support role, you’ll work closely with a certified Montessori Lead Teacher to create a safe, warm, and engaging classroom for our youngest learners.

Why Join Cardan Montessori Center?

At Cardan Montessori, we believe in Montessori for All—and that includes creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for both children and educators. Our team thrives on collaboration, growth, and the shared goal of providing children with a strong, respectful start in life.

We offer:

• A positive, team-oriented work culture
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth
• Paid holidays after 6 months of employment
• Time off during major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year)
• Weekends and evenings off
• Paid CPR/First Aid and fingerprint background check
• Bi-annual raises and holiday bonus
• Staff appreciation treats, spirit weeks, and more

What You’ll Do:

As an Assistant Infant Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting the care and development of infants by:

• Assisting with feeding, diapering, and classroom routines
• Helping to maintain a calm, clean, and organized Montessori environment
• Following the lead teacher’s direction to guide children gently and respectfully
• Engaging with infants through age-appropriate interaction and observation
• Supporting developmental milestones and individual needs
• Building trusting relationships with families and communicating with kindness
• Ensuring the health and safety of all children at all times
• Participating in staff training, meetings, and events

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• A love for infants and a nurturing, patient nature
• Prior experience in a childcare setting preferred, but not required
• Willingness to learn and follow the Montessori approach
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work collaboratively with others
• Physically able to lift children, sit on the floor, and perform care routines
• CPR/First Aid, Child Abuse, and Communicable Disease training required (can be obtained after hire)

Who This Role Is Perfect For:

• Someone beginning their career in early childhood education
• A seasoned caregiver looking for a calm, intentional teaching environment
• Anyone who finds joy in helping infants feel safe, seen, and supported

Cardan Montessori Center
"Choose Montessori; You'll Fall in Love"
"What did your child learn today?"

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person