Job Description:The Toddler Guide has an important role at TMS in fostering the holistic development of toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years old. The Guide's responsibilities include creating a prepared environment, guiding individual and group activities, observing and assessing children's progress, and encouraging a love for learning. Our Guides work collaboratively with families, TMS staff and educators and the Toddler Community to provide a supportive and positive educational experience for our toddlers. TMS offers compensation commensurate with experience along with professional development, full health benefits, and employer contribution to 403(b) plan. Qualifications:Montessori training (AMS or AMI Montessori certification) for the toddler age group (18 months to 3 years).A deep understanding and commitment to the Montessori philosophy and principles.Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to guide and support toddler development.A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.Previous experience working as a Montessori Toddler Lead Guide is a plus.Equal Employment Opportunity:TMS is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse community of students, families, and staff and supporting differences of gender, race, religion, family structure, socioeconomic level, age, sexual orientation, and learning style. We strive to create a collaborative environment that benefits from the sharing of experiences, ideas and unique qualities that each of our members brings to the school. Our goal is that through these efforts, each member of our community will feel valued and understood.
