Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Classroom Age Range: 3 months to 3 years
Location: 706 E. Park Blvd, Villa Park

Position Overview: Montessori Children’s Academy is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and nurturing Infant-Toddler Teacher to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education and committed to fostering a calm, respectful, and engaging environment in alignment with Montessori principles. MCA and our teaching team are a trusted and beloved part of our community for 43 years, known not just for our commitment to Montessori education, but for the caring relationships we build. Our dedicated team creates a welcoming environment that feels like a second home for both children and staff alike.      

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers.

• Implement a Montessori-inspired curriculum that promotes independence, self-discovery, and social-emotional growth.

• Observe and document children's progress through authentic assessment and anecdotal records.

• Maintain daily routines that include care activities, work cycles, outdoor play, and rest periods.

• Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators to support the classroom.

• Model gentle, respectful, and responsive caregiving.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group setting.

• Understanding of child development and Montessori philosophy.

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and meet the physical demands of working with young children.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Warm, calm, flexible, and professional demeanor.

We Offer:

• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment

• Ongoing professional development

• Opportunities for growth within our school community

• Infant-Toddler Montessori certification training opportunities

To Apply: Please email your resume, cover letter, and three reference letters to our Head of School, Jen Priske (msjen@montessorivp.com) and .cc Lorena Martinez (mslorena@montessorivp.com). We look forward to hearing from you.