Multiple Infant Toddler & Preschool Teachers Wanted

Job Summary Dana Point Montessori is growing, and if you are a team player and have a gentle presence, a big heart for little learners, and a love for nurturing curiosity from the very beginning, this may be the perfect place for you. We are seeking multiple teachers for our Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classes to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In these roles, you will create a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment for young children, fostering their social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Your passion for working with children and expertise in early childhood education will inspire young learners to explore, discover, and grow. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while developing your teaching skills in a supportive setting. Responsibilities Supervise children at all times, follow strict infant safety protocols and monitor health needs Follow emergency procedures and first aid when necessary Preparing, creating, organizing and cleaning the classroom environment and materials daily Consistently present Montessori materials to students and track progress Consistently communicating student progress or concerns with parents, administration, and other staff when appropriate Communicate effectively and peacefully with students, assistant teachers, administration, and other staff members Assist and maintain a peaceful and mindful learning environment for students Observe student behaviors and step in when appropriate Submit and maintain student records Model gentle, respectful, and responsive caregiving Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements Include:

Maintain daily communication with families about routines, milestones, and concerns (verbally and in writing, such as daily sheets and parent app) Ability to commit to schedule, demonstrating reliability and punctuality Participate in required professional development and training programs throughout the year Attend and participate in meetings and training when needed Comfortable with receiving feedback from other teacher and administration Willing to stand for long periods of time Ability to lift 35lbs Ability to move from seated to standing position quickly to attend to student's needs Ability to pass a background check and TB test Submit 3 reference letters upon hire Warm, calm, flexible, and professional demeanor Team player mentality

Requirements Education:

Highschool Graduate Credential:

At least 12 ECE units, Infants 3

Units Other:

CPR & First Aid, health screening, required immunizations

Experience:

Some experience as lead or assistant teacher in infant/toddler or preschool ages Knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management strategies, and classroom management techniques. Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, and team members. Familiarity with curriculum development across various domains such as literacy education, math instruction, physical education, and special education needs. Certification or training in early childhood education or related fields is desirable; Montessori certification is a plus. Our school is open Monday to Friday 7:30-5:30pm, Monday to

Friday Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person