Toddler Teacher – Maternity Leave

Position: Toddler Teacher – (12-18 Month Maternity Leave Contract)
Job Category:  Lauremont School

Job Type:  Full Time Contract

Job Location:

Ontario Richmond Hill

(This position will commence late August 2026)

Lauremont acknowledges that we engage in learning on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Huron-Wendat, Métis, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, all of whom call this land home

Lauremont is a leading independent day school in Richmond Hill, Ontario that offers the Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogies. We provide students from 18 months to Grade 12 the foundation for a life of goodness and excellence. Lauremont is a member of CIS Ontario and is accredited by CCMA, CAIS and the IBO. Our Mission is to provide an inclusive educational experience which encourages every learner to become compassionate, curious and connected citizens in a complex and changing world.

The school offers opportunities for professional development and the chance to work in a vibrant, collegial workplace.

Overview
Reporting to the Head of Toddler/Children’s House, the Toddler Teacher will work with students, parents, and teachers to help students reach their full potential in the Toddler community. This is a full time, 12-18 month contract to cover a maternity leave.

Key Responsibilities And Tasks

Providing students an educational experience designed to inspire and challenge students to discover the best of who they are and to achieve their full potential

Ensuring a welcoming classroom environment in a manner that reflects Lauremont School’s commitment to supporting students and their families, and the motto “I am Known”

Supporting the growth and development of individual learners through the delivery of the Montessori philosophy

Participating actively in faculty and department meetings to plan, review and enhance the written curriculum

Establishing good relationships with teachers, staff and parents across the school community

Being an active and positive participant in the community life of our school

#1 – Responsibilities – Classroom

Plan, organize and provide beneficial learning experiences within assigned areas of responsibility

Foster a supportive and collaborative classroom learning environment

Establish and maintain an orderly and attractive classroom mindful of the principles of Montessori

Maintain appropriate student behaviour through effective classroom management

Determine, plan and implement a variety of student assessment strategies to meet programme needs of students

Evaluate and interpret student learning and development in a professional manner

Maintain regular and accurate records of student progress

Communicate student progress to parents through parent teacher interviews and report cards

Write up and submit to Academic Head, all parent interviews, following prescribed procedure and format

Maintain a record of lesson plans and CCEYA documentation (Toddler and Children’s House
1)

Implement Individual Support Plans (ISPs) for students with learning differences, as well as medical plans.

Follow all CCEYA and York Region Health protocols

# 2 – Responsibilities – School Community

Develop and maintain a standard of professional behaviour, within and beyond the classroom, which exemplifies Montessori and International Baccalaureate principles

Promote and create a collegial and supportive environment with co-assistants and teachers from other grade levels

Establish and maintain an orderly and attractive school environment in accordance with Montessori principles

Participate in community activities, related but not limited to, student development, parent education and public relations

Work collaboratively with colleagues to evaluate the golden thread in our school curriculum

Determine and participate in professional development activities to support personal growth as well as the growth and development of the School.

Note:

This job posting is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by school.

Education/Experience/Qualifications

MACTE approved Montessori Teacher Certification (Infant/Toddler)

Undergraduate Degree

ECE Diploma and familiarity with the CCEYA Act considered an asset

Experience teaching children…