Toddler Teacher

Riverbend School • Natick, MA

12d

About The Position

Classroom teacher for ages 18 months - 3 years

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to manipulate classroom materials
• Must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment and committed to embracing differences and valuing multiple perspectives
• Bachelor’s Degree (required for Lead Teacher); Associate’s with equivalent experience (for non-lead Toddler Teacher)
• Clear CORI and MA fingerprinting
• EEC Licensing Preferred

Nice To Haves

• 2 years Montessori classroom experience preferred
• Infant/Toddler Montessori certification from an AMS or AMI accredited training center (required for Lead Teachers)

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare an inviting Montessori environment using a full complement of Montessori materials as well as supplemental materials.
• Prepare for the social/emotional, cognitive, and physical achievement of children as well as for their safety and well being.
• Demonstrate competency with Montessori philosophy and methods
• Prepare an environment in which furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the class.
• Careful monitoring of the rotation of materials throughout the school year to continually meet the social/emotional, cognitive and physical needs of children.
• Set clear/consistent expectations for class routines and classroom community goals
• Assist children with personal care independence (toileting, hand washing, teeth brushing, etc.)
• Recognize when students are not progressing as expected and communicate this to HoS for collaboration and follow-up
• Follow recommendations for students who receive support through a specialist (Early Intervention, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, etc.)
• Support students with individual behavioral plans
• Train and supervise children regarding emergency practices such as fire drills
• Give input on curriculum planning and implementation
• Inventory, replace or repair materials once a year to ensure full spectrum of complete materials that are in very good to excellent condition
• Maintain the daily cleanliness and overall preparation of common areas in classroom and throughout the school (student lockers, entrance ways, classroom furniture counters, etc.)
• Build productive relationships with parents through parent education events, Parent/Teacher conferences (twice a year), additional parent meetings if concerns arise, and parent volunteer opportunities in the classroom.
• Build positive relations with community organizations to support specific classroom curriculum and service learning
• Prepare written progress reports for each child (twice yearly) regarding academic, organizational, developmental and social growth.
• Submit progress reports to Assistant Head of School
• Maintain daily attendance in FACTS
• Work collaboratively with Assistant Head of School to address concerns regarding students, parents and staff
• Report all accidents/ incidents to the school nurse and complete accident forms as needed
• Attend weekly level and faculty meetings
• Attend all mandatory events
• Perform duties related to arrival/dismissal of school
• Update Student online portfolios weekly with photos and description of work
• Write weekly classroom emails
• Conduct home visits and support families and children through phase - in, including making one phone call per NEW family during the first 2 weeks of school
• Participate in Goal Setting process with HoS
• Plan for extensions to curriculum as outlined each year
• Direct Assistant Teacher or Intern in supporting the needs of the students and the classroom environment
• Provide opportunities for the Assistant Teacher or Intern to share questions and observations
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional ethics
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Montessori Education by modeling the Montessori values of grace and courtesy, respect and responsibility in visible daily actions
• Demonstrate commitment to competent communications and conflict resolution efforts across the school community
• Protect the privacy and confidentiality of each student and colleague
• Consistently give input on teacher leadership
• Assist in planning school events
• Attend in-service training as provided by Riverbend School
• Attend workshops/conferences or other opportunities approved by HoS to further educational advancement
• Take on duties as assigned
• It is expected that all staff will function as self-directed members in a team effort.
• All performances should meet appropriate professional standards and adhere to the philosophy and mission of Riverbend School.
• Riverbend School is committed to becoming an anti-bias and anti-racist community.
• All candidates must be committed to furthering this work by embracing differences; exploring and affirming the identities and intersections of all which include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomics, social class, family structures, learning differences, and differences in ability.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level