Twos Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Twos Teacher
Ellicott City, MD
Pay: $17–$20/hour

Join a school where learning is hands-on, children are nurtured, and teachers make a meaningful impact every day.

About Us
Bambini Montessori Academy provides a warm, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for children from infancy through 5 years old. Rooted in Montessori philosophy, we are committed to supporting each child’s developmental growth while meeting Maryland State licensing standards.

Position Summary
Bambini Montessori Academy is seeking passionate, caring, and enthusiastic educators who genuinely love working with children and want to make a difference in their lives.

As a Twos Teacher, you will create and implement engaging, age-appropriate lessons in a safe, loving, and structured classroom environment. You will support each child’s academic, emotional, and social development through observation, individualized learning experiences, and positive classroom guidance.

Key Responsibilities
• Plan and implement daily lessons and activities aligned with Maryland Early Learning Standards and Montessori principles
• Maintain a classroom environment that meets MSDE and OCC safety/compliance standards
• Observe, assess, and document children’s growth and development
• Foster a respectful, positive, and inclusive classroom culture
• Build strong and professional partnerships with families
• Collaborate with co-teachers and school administrators
• Attend required staff meetings, workshops, and professional development trainings
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident, and progress records
• Support classroom management, transitions, supervision, organization, and cleanliness

Qualifications (Maryland State Requirements)

• Must be at least 19 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent required (college coursework preferred)
• Completion of the 90-hour Preschool Teacher Certification approved by the MSDE Office of Child Care
• 45-hour Child Growth & Development
• 45-hour Preschool Curriculum Course
• 9-hour Communication Course approved by MSDE
• Basic Health and Safety Training approved by MSDE
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification
• Maryland State background check and fingerprint clearance
• Experience in an early childhood or Montessori setting preferred

Preferred Qualifications
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• Montessori Certification (AMI, AMS, or MACTE accredited)
• Two or more years of experience in a licensed early childhood program

Benefits
• Competitive pay based on education and experience
• Paid professional development and training
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the school

If you are passionate about early childhood education and creating a positive learning experience for young children, we would love to hear from you.