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Lead Infant Teacher

Chesapeakemontessorischool, Chesapeake, VA, United States


Lead Teacher
Chesapeake Montessori

is a licensed childcare center seeking a Lead Teacher to support the following age groups:

Infants

Qualifications
To be

QUALIFIED

for this position, we require a high school diploma and the ability to pass all background checks. Montessori training is preferred.

Required Shift
Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

Compensation
$15- $17 an hour based on experience and education

Benefits
We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development

Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Hiring Process

Resume screen

Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)

On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)

Q&A

Classroom observation

Offer

Job Responsibilities

Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.

Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.

Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.

Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.

Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.

Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.

Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Chesapeake Montessori is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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