Montessori Teacher | Gwillimbury Hills Montessori School and Daycare

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Gwillimbury Hills Montessori School and Daycare

Full Time

Full-time, Contract, Permanent

East Gwillimbury Ontario

$26.00-$30.00 per hour

In person

We are seeking a passionate, caring, and dedicated Montessori Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and respectful learning environment that supports the development, independence, confidence, and success of children approximately 2.3 to 6 years of age.

We are looking for an educator who is caring, dependable, enthusiastic, and committed to creating a positive Montessori learning experience. The ideal candidate will value children's individuality, encourage independence, and contribute positively to a collaborative classroom environment.

• Assess and monitor children’s developmental progress and individual needs.
• Prepare and maintain accurate progress reports and monthly lesson plans.
• Establish and maintain a positive Montessori classroom culture that reflects Montessori principles and practices.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain Montessori materials and classroom environments.
• Maintain and implement all units of study in accordance with classroom and program expectations.
• Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate daily activities that support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development.
• Foster children’s independence, self-esteem, confidence, and sense of accomplishment.
• Provide a warm, patient, and respectful approach when supporting children.
• Follow all applicable Ontario Ministry of Education requirements, regulations, and guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with children, families, and team members.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent and high-quality care and education.

Strong organizational skills, professionalism, reliability, and a genuine passion for working with children.

AMI or MACTE-accredited Montessori training diploma OR Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma.

Minimum 2 Years Of Childcare Experience Is An Asset.

Familiarity with Montessori Pre-Casa and Casa materials, methods, and practices.

Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate teaching practices.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work patiently and enthusiastically with children between 2.3 and 6 years of age.

Ability to follow Ontario Ministry of Education guidelines and childcare regulations.

Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, issued within the last 6 months.

Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification.

Up-to-date immunizations as required for working in a childcare setting.

Fluency In English Is Required.