Montessori Lead Teacher

About This Role

Working with children in a Montessori setting, the Lead Teacher brings warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day. This role focuses on encouraging children to learn, play, and grow, implementing a Montessori + STEM™ based curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and play
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children
• Support success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, growth and engagement
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
• Implement Learn And Play Montessori School Montessori + STEM™ curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child

Requirements

• 12 core ECE Units & Infant/toddler course completed
• Child Care Developmental Associate (CDA) Credential
• Willingness to change diapers
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment

Benefits

• Generous child care discount to all employees
• 401(k) program with a company match
• Opportunities for professional development
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time staff
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance for full-time staff

About the Company

Learn And Play Montessori Schools aims to be one of the best Montessori schools in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on building a connected community of thriving, high-performing schools.