Early Childhood Educator

**TITLE**: Early Childhood Educator - Level 1

At Tender Lillies Montessori Daycare & Preschool, we understand that guiding the development of children is a great responsibility and that is why we search for passionate people who hope to grow while making a lasting impact on children’s lives. As an **Early** **Childhood** **Educator** at Tender Lillies Montessori, you will be a part of a team that empowers the next generation of leaders. Our modern Montessori approach offers enrichment beyond the traditional educational experience. We continue to evolve as the world evolves. Tender Lillies Montessori is not just a daycare—it’s a place where children develop their best self in preparation for their best life.

**What sets Tender Lillies Montessori apart?**
- Competitive and Equitable Pay
- 100% Employer Paid Benefits
- Designated Paid Holidays
- Unique Dynamic Classroom Support
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Childcare Discount
- Paid Time off and Holiday pay for eligible positions

This position is full-time and will work 40 hours per week between the hours of 6:30am - 6pm, Monday through Friday. Flexibility of the successful applicant’s personal schedule is required to ensure staff and area needs are met.

**Reporting to the Program Director, the Early Childhood Educator will**:

- Provide general care for the children by assisting in the coordination and involvement in their daily routine and activities
- Be responsible for keeping track of hours in an orderly manner
- Formalize lesson plans weekly for upcoming instructional periods
- Relate instructional objectives to curriculum standards and demonstrate effective decision-making concerning instructional goals.
- Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the program
- Use a variety of instructional materials such contextual, supplemental, teacher-constructed, teaching bulletin boards, audio-visual, hands-on, discovery and activity-based learning.
- Maintain accurate and timely assessments and progress notes for all assigned students.
- Meet with parents throughout the year to discuss child’s progress.
- Prepares and maintains the indoor and outdoor play areas for children’s use, including checking toys and equipment to ensure safe functioning and performing various housekeeping and sanitizing duties as required
- Participates in lunch, diapering, bathroom and toilet training duties and promotes healthy and independent practices
- Actively participate in planning sessions and staff meetings to develop and implement appropriate developmental programs and activities for the children

**Requirements**:

- Early Childhood Educator - Level 1 Certification
- Current Standard First Aid and Infant Child CPR
- Current Criminal Check & Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Montessori Teacher Assistant Certificate (preferred)
- Ability to communicate with parents effectively and professionally
- Experience with lesson planning and development
- Ability to multi-task and function in an ever-changing environment
- **We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.**_

**Job Type**: Permanent

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Preschool: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person