CareerPlan

Lead Childcare Teacher

South NapervilleFull-time$40k–$50k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-11
Visa sponsorship offered

Core

Lead a mixed-age Montessori classroom (ages 0–3) to support infants and toddlers' physical, emotional, and cognitive development through individualized care and a prepared environment.

Role type

Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher (Montessori Guide)

Builds

A calm, nurturing Montessori environment fostering independence, movement, and discovery for children ages 0–3

Domain

Early Childhood Education / Montessori

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Montessori certification or diploma, experience with children ages 0–3, ECE or Child Development credits, Bachelor's degree in Child-related field

Preferred skills

Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification, alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Reggio Emilia)

Responsibilities

Observe children to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development; Respect and follow each child's natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting; Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment; Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities; Build warm relationships with children and families; Partner with parents to support child growth; Lead and collaborate with classroom team members