Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator

A Little Journey Montessori School is looking for a teacher to join our team as an early childhood educator. Experience with early childhood education is preferred for this position. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is consistent and reliable, loves working with others and young children, adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances and environments. Can take charge of classroom management and work alongside other teachers. This is an amazing opportunity for those interested in a career in Montessori and/or early childhood teaching and education. We have an infant, toddler, and preschool program within our school. We are looking to hire a qualified teacher for this licensed childcare facility. We are open 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday and are a year-round program. A work schedule would vary within these hours with the possibility of 30 minutes on either end for opening or closing chores. There is the opportunity for full time employment.

We provide high quality care to young children while giving them a foundation for their educational and societal future. 

Core Values:

• Committed - to the work.
• Accountable - to your team.
• Transparent - in all things, communicate needs and difficulties.
• Positive - attitude and outlook. 
• Intentional - about your actions. 
• Responsible - for what you do. 
• Aligned - with what we do and who we are. 
• Thrive - not survive, want more grow. 

Job Description:

• Classroom management and working with others.
• Communicate with other teachers and parents.
• Provide knowledge about milestones and basic needs.
• Change diapers throughout the day as needed.
• Supervise children inside and outside. 
• Cleaning up after children and light chores throughout the day. 
• Assisting children with their needs throughout the day.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A passion for working with young children. 
• Ability to lead others. 
• Great at working as a team and with others. 
• A friendly nature, patience and love for children.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Experience caring for children.
• Experience caring for infants. 
• Montessori experience preferred. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Hands-on infant, Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• Must pass a criminal background check for state licensing requirements.
• Verification of Immunizations (MMR and tDap).
• Training courses for state licensing requirements within 30 and 90 days of hire. 

SALARY:

• Pay is DOE starting at $18.00/hour.

A Little Journey Montessori School is an early childhood educational program based on the Montessori method. We are a state licensed childcare facility with an infant room, toddler room, and preschool room. Our school strives to provided high quality education to young children. Our environment is prepared each morning and is a safe place for children to learn, grow and play.