Toddler Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Toddler Teacher Assistant

Park Schools Montessori is seeking a caring, dependable, and motivated Toddler Teacher Assistant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and is interested in growing professionally in a Montessori environment.

The Toddler Teacher Assistant will work closely with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, organized, and engaging classroom experience. We are especially interested in candidates who would like to develop their teaching skills and potentially run their own classroom in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities and routines 
• Support Montessori lessons and hands-on learning experiences 
• Supervise and engage toddlers throughout the school day 
• Assist with meals, toileting/diapering, transitions, and other care routines as needed 
• Encourage independence, social-emotional development, and positive classroom behavior 
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment 
• Communicate professionally with children, families, teachers, and staff 
• Support classroom preparation and end-of-day routines 

Qualifications

• Experience working with toddlers or young children preferred 
• Montessori experience is a plus, but not required 
• Spanish-speaking ability is a plus, but not required
• Patient, nurturing, dependable, and professional 
• Strong communication and teamwork skills 
• Willingness to learn Montessori practices and classroom procedures 
• Interest in professional growth and developing the skills needed to eventually lead a classroom is highly encouraged 

Growth Opportunity

We’re looking for more than someone who simply wants an assistant position. For the right candidate, there is room to grow within Park Schools Montessori , including the opportunity to develop toward running your own classroom one day.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to grow your career in a supportive Montessori community, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Park Schools Montessori!