Infant Toddler Educator (Lead Teacher)

Required Experience:

At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in an Infant/Toddler (0–3 years) setting; prior Head Teacher experience is an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

Position Overview
The Head Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality care and education for children aged 10 months to 3 years, while leading classroom operations, supporting teaching staff, and maintaining strong relationships with families. This role requires professionalism, leadership, and a deep understanding of infant and toddler development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate care for children aged 10 months to 3 years in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

• Demonstrate excellent oral and written English communication skills.

• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents, guardians, and colleagues.

• Ensure the classroom is set up promptly, well-organized, clean, and properly maintained at all times.

• Maintain a warm, welcoming, and communicative relationship with children and families, fostering trust and collaboration.

• Implement positive and respectful child guidance techniques that promote self-esteem, independence, emotional regulation, and mutual respect.

• Design, implement, and evaluate curriculum plans aligned with infant and toddler developmental stages and program philosophy.

• Utilize prepared Montessori or developmentally appropriate materials and resources to deliver high-quality programs and curriculum experiences.

• Observe, document, and assess children’s development, and communicate progress with families as required.

• Support and mentor classroom educators, providing guidance and leadership as needed.

• Step in to substitute or support other children’s programs when required to ensure smooth daily operations.

• Participate in school-wide activities, field trips, special events, and professional development opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and centre policies.

• Model professionalism, reliability, and teamwork at all times.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive and based on qualifications, experience, and role responsibilities. Details will be discussed in person.

Additional Notes:

· Child First Aid and CPR Certificate, an asset

· Criminal Record Review by the Ministry of Education

· Immunization History

· 3 reference contacts or letters related to the field.

· Experience in the Montessori environment for more than 1 year. (Preferred)

· Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills

· Ability to lead programs solo or with groups of children of varying ages, needs, and abilities.

· Ability to lead programs that are both Montessori and Reggio Emelia.

· Excellent leader with strong communication skills who conducts themselves with professionalism and integrity.