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Monarch Montessori School
Experienced Infant Teacher Needed
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$37,025 / year median in Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Experienced Infant Teacher Needed Monarch Montessori School
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WORK SCHEDULE
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Traditional Montessori workday with 1 hour lunchbreak. 30-35 hours a week. Must be available to cover the classroom from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, if requested. You will assist with opening the school at 8:00 AM and work alongside a co-lead who covers the afternoon shift.Duties Include:
- Diapering
- Bottle-feeding, snuggling and facilitating naptimes
- Sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces after each use
- Singing silly songs
- Working with teammates to ensure proper care of each infant and coverage in the classroom at all times.
- Reading books
- Maintaining accurate records of attendance, incidents, and milestones using the Brightwheel App
- Communicating regularly with parents/guardians regarding their child's development and any concerns
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Candidate must pass a sex offender and criminal background check to be considered for employment.
- Candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship.
- Candidates cannot use intoxicants of any kind. This includes vaping, marijuana and cigarettes.
- High School Diploma
- Infant/Toddler CDA
- 10-Hour Preservice Training (VA)
- 3-Hour Annual Health & Safety Update (VA)
- SIDS/Safe Sleep Practices Certificate
- 3-5 years working in a lead teacher capacity caring for infants or toddlers
- Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certificate required
- Negative TB Skin Test required
- Candidate is expected to have a professional demeanor, be punctual for their work assignment, be willing to work as a part of a team, complete assignment and tasks in a timely manner, wear a uniform and practice good hygiene.
- Previous experience working with infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written desired.
- Must be at least 25 years of age be trustworthy, practice ethical behavior and possess critical thinking skills.
- Candidate should be willing to complete introductory Montessori Training (20 hours)
- Candidate must be willing to complete 120 day trial period with Monarch Montessori School in order to become a permanent part of our contractor pool.
- Strong command of English
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with young infants.
- Ability to work collaboratively with parents on sleeping, feeding and daily habits.
Benefits Include:
- 10 vacation days
- 1 week paid for Winter Break
- 8 paid federal holidays
- 1 week off for