Preschool Infant or Toddler Teacher

Omaha NE

Montessori Preschool Lead Teacher Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Montessori credentials (AMS- or AMI-certified) required
• Selected Age Group
• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a lead role, implementing Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques
• A strong commitment to Montessori method and philosophy

• A Montessori-certified Preschool Lead Teacher will accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and will work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center
• Display a strong commitment to the Montessori method and philosophy
• Prepare the classroom environment daily to address the needs of the children
• Maintain a nurturing and patient demeanor to facilitate a calm and positive atmosphere
• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day
• Collaborate with other passionate preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities
• Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.