​Lead Infant Teacher Job Description

 

Lead Teachers are under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director. 

 

Your duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop an understanding of the Montessori philosophy.   If you are teaching in a Montessori classroom you shall perform all educational duties according to the Montessori philosophy and method.  Non-Montessori teachers shall perform all educational duties according to program plans and generally accepted practices appropriate for age level.

• Be punctual, dependable, tactful, discrete, and helpful.

• Be responsive to the children and to their parents, retaining your poise at all times.

• Treat all information regarding children, parents, staff, etc., with strict confidence and to avoid gossip at all times.

• Let parents know you take pride in your work and conduct yourself in a way that conveys this attitude through the care with which you undertake all your daily activities.

• Set up meetings with new parents to explain the classroom and answer questions.        

• Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program.

• Plan and implement daily activities that include all areas – math, language, art, science, fine and gross motor, music, group time, etc.

• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet varying needs and interests of students.

• Take prompt, positive, and helpful action with children when necessary.

• Maintain order among children in a positive manner; interact with children in a way that conveys respect and nurturing.

• Greet and say goodbye to all children and parents with a smile.

• Assist with lunch, snack, naps, toileting/diapers, and all activities done by the children.

• Be responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the classroom, materials and break room.

• Take proper care when/if a child becomes ill.

• Inform the Director or Assistant Director when supplies are needed.

• Decorate classroom to make it a pleasing and inviting space for children and parents.

• Write a classroom e-newsletter every month.

• Report to the Director or Assistant Director any needs, problems, or concerns.

• Maintain health regulations for staff and children.

• Complete daily logs for all children.

• Complete reports and evaluations to be able to give accurate conferences two times a year.

• Research and create materials for children with special needs as necessary.

• Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member.  Be respectful of each other.

• Report any cases of suspected child abuse or neglect to Social Services as per MN statue.

• Complete 1, 1 ½, or 2% of hours worked in a year in in-service training, as required by law.

 

Physical demands of this position:

• You will be required to lift/push/carry/pull up to 30 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. rarely.

• You will frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.

• You must be able to sit on the floor/ground frequently.

• You must be able to be outside in cold or hot weather.

 

​Required Education and Experience:

• 4-year college degree from an accredited school or a 2-year degree from an accredited school AND 2 years of experience in a childcare environment

• Must be CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within the first 90 days of employment.

 

The ideal candidate will:

• Have good communication skills

• Have a strong knowledge of infant development, gross and fine motor along with nutrition guidelines

• Be able to adapt to change and multi-task

• Have strong verbal communication skills

• Be caring, compassionate, gentle, and creative

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To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and application to jobs@northfieldmontessori.org.