Toddler Guide and Nido Lead Teacher

Toddler Guide and Nido Lead Teacher in Plano, TX, US

You will be the heartbeat of the classroom, moving beyond childcare to provide an authentic Montessori experience.

Environmental Design:
Maintain a beautiful, orderly, and safe classroom that encourages exploration.

Individualized Growth:
Observe and assess each child to provide tailored guidance in language, motor skills, and social-emotional development.

Daily Rhythms:
Lead transitions, self-care routines, and toileting with consistency, patience, and deep respect for the child.

Community Building:
Establish strong partnerships with families and collaborate with colleagues on school-wide initiatives and professional development.

• Certification:
  Montessori Infant/Toddler Credential (AMI, AMS, or MACTE accredited preferred).
• Experience:
  
  At least 1 year working with the 18-month to 3-year age group.
• Philosophy: A profound understanding of Montessori principles and early childhood milestones.
• Disposition:
  Warm, patient, and physically able to engage with toddlers (sitting on the floor, lifting, and staying active).
• Communication:
  Strong interpersonal skills to effectively support both children and their families.

We are committed to a diverse, inclusive environment where the “absorbent mind” is celebrated. We provide a space where your expertise is valued, and your professional growth is supported.

“The greatest sign of success for a teacher is to be able to say, ‘The children are now working as if I did not exist.’” — Maria Montessori