Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate Montessori-certified teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Montessori philosophy, strong classroom management skills, and a commitment to cultivating a respectful, inclusive learning environment.

Why choose SimplySmart?

· A dynamic organization that gives you the ability to grow and learn every day.

· Medical and dental benefits.

· Beautiful & open facilities

· Explore Montessori programs

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Prepare and maintain a clean, organized, and engaging Montessori environment
- Observe and assess student progress, adapting lessons as needed to meet individual needs
- Foster a peaceful classroom atmosphere that promotes independence and respect
- Collaborate with other staff members and communicate effectively with parents
- Participate in ongoing professional development and school community events
- Plans and implements enriched programs in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy;
- Assesses, observes and cares for the individual needs of every child
- Observes children in their surroundings and assesses individual and group needs
- Maintains open and honest lines of communication between parents and team members and always exemplifies professionalism.
- Maintains up-to-date emergency cards, attendance, and health and safety checks
- Promotes open communication and works cooperatively and effectively as a team member and communicates and contributes information on a continuous basis
- Follows all centre policies as outlined in the Staff Policy Manual including Behaviour Management, Serious Occurrence, Anaphylactic, Technology Use, Fire Drills,



Workplace Harassment and Violence and Health and Safety practices
- Participates in lunch, diapering, bathroom and toilet training duties and promotes healthy and independent practices
- Accurately performs all administrative tasks including entries for the classroom log book, centre communication log book and required emergency and incident reporting in a timely manner
- Coordinates activities with other childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants and supply workers

Qualifications:

- Has complete MACTE or AMI teacher training or is Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators (C.E.C.E.)
- Infant/Child C.P.R. and First Aid updated
- Knowledge of Child Care programs
- High standard of professionalism
- Enthusiasm for serving public ensuring that all children and clients are cared for equally and in accordance with SimplySmart standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and respond appropriately to client and children’s needs
- High energy level with a robust work ethic
- Excellent organization skills to prioritize workload in order to achieve results in a constantly changing environment
- Ability to safeguard confidential information
- A police vulnerable sector check and verification of medical suitability will be required as specified in the Child Care Early Years Act (CCEYA)

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

*The hourly rate is including all funding*

Hourly wage depends on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Montessori Directress (Canada)
🏢 SimplySmart Childcare Centre & Montessori - Vaughan
📍 Canada