Lead Montessori Teacher
Bambini Montessori Academy - Gambrills
Location
Gambrills, Maryland
Quick overview
The Lead Montessori Teacher will provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children aged 2-5 years in an inclusive environment. They are responsible for guiding young children to reach their fullest potential while maintaining a supportive and enthusiastic team atmosphere.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a high school diploma, a 90-hour certificate, and have at least one year of childcare experience or 30 college credits. Additional requirements include specific certifications in child growth, development, and preschool curriculum, with an AMS Montessori credential preferred.
Job description
Are you a passionate educator who wants to make a difference in young children's lives?! Do you enjoy the feeling of accomplishment when a child learns something new or has an "AHA moment" because of you?!! We are looking for candidates who are ready to make a difference!! Join our team of dedicated, enthusiastic, and FUN educators today!!
Bambini Montessori Academy is a high-quality inclusive child care center serving ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Our center provides developmentally appropriate curriculum to students in a team work environment. We are looking for individuals who are truly passionate about teaching and guiding young children to learn to their fullest potential!
We are rapidly expanding are seeking to fill the following positions
- Lead Guide for children (2-5 years) *Must have 90 hour certificate and either 1 year of child care experience OR college transcripts
- Full time
We offer competitive pay and TONS of benefits for our wonderful staff!
*** Including, but not limited to
paid holidays after 90 days, PTO, Health insurance/vision/dental coverage w/ employee contribution, sick and safe leave, professional development training, staff referral credits of $150 per referral, Friday gift card raffle, monthly breakfast treats, full coffee bar, holiday bonus, Teacher Appreciation week celebration, employee Birthday celebration treats, Free lunch for Teacher of the month, team bonding outings (quarterly)!***
Requirements
- for Lead Teacher:
- Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 45 hours of Child Growth and Development
- 45 hours in Preschool Curriculum (required if Lead for 2-5 year old's)
- 45 hours Infant- Toddler Certificate (required if Lead for 6 wk-24 month old's)
- AMS Montessori Credential (Preferred)
- Minimum of one year of experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility or 30 college credits
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of various stages of social, emotional and intellectual development
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Physical ability to stand, bend, squat, jump, dance, walk, run, reach carry, lift 50 lbs.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- Holiday bonus
- Professional development training
- Sick and safe leave
- Team bonding outings
- Monthly breakfast treats
- Full coffee bar
- Staff referral credits
- Friday gift card raffle
- Teacher appreciation week celebration
- Employee birthday celebration treats
- Free lunch for teacher of the month
