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Lead Toddler Teacher
Lincoln Park, Chicago
$40,000-$50,000 / year
full-timemidEducation
Description
Lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment, creating a calm, purposeful space where curiosity and independence grow. You'll observe each child, prepare the classroom, and provide individualized lessons to support development of language, coordination, and self-regulation.
Requirements
- Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification or previous Montessori diploma
- Experience working with children ages 0–3 in group care or early learning setting
- Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, etc.)
- ECE or Child Development credits
- Bachelor's degree in child-related field
Responsibilities
- Observe each child to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development
- Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom fostering focus and independence
- Encourage toddlers to do things independently
- Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy
- Build warm relationships with children and families, collaborating with parents
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