Montessori School: Lead Toddler Montessori Teacher

We are an established Montessori School in Lake Forest which serves children from infants through 2nd Grade.

Milestones Montessori of Lake Forest is looking for a full-time Lead Montessori Teacher for our toddler classroom. Candidates must be passionate about this age and interested in being part of a team of quality early childhood educators.

Position is Monday - Friday. Shift hours TBD.

Required: Montessori Certification and a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education units.

Responsibilities and Duties

*Stimulates emotional, intellectual, and social growth of children by encouraging their interests, investigations, through questions and exploration.

*Encourages children's participation by providing interactive emergent activities.

*Provides a safe environment.

*Works well in a team teaching environment, is able to follow instruction and is able to take initiative in getting classroom duties/responsibilities done.

*Maintains center's professional status by understanding and following policies and procedures.

*Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds.

We have competitive pay and offer benefits for full-time positions. For all interested applicants, please forward your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person