Description:

Overview Illuminate Montessori is looking for a warm, nurturing, and dependable Infant Teacher / Nido Guide to join our growing Nido community. Our Nido classroom serves our youngest children in a calm, beautiful Montessori environment designed around secure relationships, individualized care, movement, independence, and respect for each child's natural development. Core Job Responsibilities As a Nido Guide, you will: Provide warm, responsive, and individualized care to infants Build secure and trusting relationships with children and families Follow each child's individual feeding, sleeping, and care routines Support early independence, movement, language, and development through Montessori practices Maintain a peaceful, clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate prepared environment Observe children closely and communicate developmental milestones, needs, and concerns with your classroom team Maintain accurate daily care information and communicate positively with families Ensure active supervision, safety, sanitation, and compliance with Massachusetts EEC requirements Collaborate with your teaching team to maintain consistent classroom routines and expectations Participate in staff meetings, professional development, mentorship, and Montessori training

Requirements:

What We're Looking For MA EEC Infant-Toddler Teacher qualification/certification strongly preferred Previous professional experience caring for infants Strong understanding of infant safety and development Dependability and strong attendance Ability to communicate professionally with families and coworkers Passion for helping young children develop independence and confidence Montessori experience is a plus, but not required—we are happy to support the right educator in learning the Montessori method