Infant Toddler Educator; Lead Teacher

Position Overview

The Head Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality care and education for children aged 10 months to 3 years, while leading classroom operations, supporting teaching staff, and maintaining strong relationships with families. This role requires professionalism, leadership, and a deep understanding of infant and toddler development.

• Provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate care for children aged 10 months to 3 years in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents, guardians, and colleagues.
• Ensure the classroom is set up promptly, well‑organized, clean, and properly maintained at all times.
• Maintain a warm, welcoming, and communicative relationship with children and families, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Implement positive and respectful child guidance techniques that promote self‑esteem, independence, emotional regulation, and mutual respect.
• Design, implement, and evaluate curriculum plans aligned with infant and toddler developmental stages and program philosophy.
• Utilize prepared Montessori or developmentally appropriate materials and resources to deliver high‑quality programs and curriculum experiences.
• Observe, document, and assess children’s development, and communicate progress with families as required.
• Support and mentor classroom educators, providing guidance and leadership as needed.
• Step in to substitute or support other children’s programs when required to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Participate in school‑wide activities, field trips, special events, and professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and centre policies.
• Model professionalism, reliability, and teamwork at all times.

Must hold a valid Infant & Toddler Certificate;
Montessori certification (AMS or AMI) is strongly preferred.