Co-Teacher (Infant/Toddler Classroom)
About The Position
Help Our Youngest Learners Thrive in a Warm, Montessori-Inspired Community At Seattle Jewish Montessori, we believe the earliest years of life are filled with extraordinary opportunities for connection, discovery, and growth. We're looking for a warm, engaged teacher who will help create a nurturing environment where children 12-18 months feel safe and families feel supported. We are a small Jewish nonprofit, which means you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, receive individualized support, and contribute your ideas every day. Our community includes families from across the Jewish spectrum and educators from diverse backgrounds who share a commitment to child-centered learning and joyful Jewish life. If you're someone who loves being on the floor engaging with children, enjoys working as part of a collaborative team, and wants to grow as an educator, we'd love to meet you. Position Overview As an Infant/ Toddler Co-Teacher, you'll partner with your teaching team to create a calm, organized, Montessori-inspired classroom where children can safely explore, develop trusting relationships, and reach important developmental milestones. You'll help families feel confident leaving their children each morning by providing consistent, loving care and thoughtful communication throughout the day.
Requirements
- Ability to meet Washington State licensing requirements, including:
- Background check
- Negative TB test
- CPR & First Aid certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens training
- Safe Sleep training
- Required 30-hour foundational course
Nice To Haves
- We welcome educators from a variety of backgrounds. If you're passionate about working with infants and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the classroom each morning so it is clean, organized, fully stocked, and ready for children.
- Build warm, responsive relationships with infants and toddlers through play, conversation, and songs.
- Spend time on the floor actively engaging with children rather than supervising from the sidelines.
- Support children's care routines, including feeding, diapering, handwashing, and rest, with sensitivity and consistency.
- Maintain a safe, sanitary classroom by cleaning toys, sanitizing materials, and helping keep shared spaces organized.
- Document children's daily experiences using the Playground app, including photos and observations.
- Collaborate closely with co-teachers to plan activities, solve problems, and create a positive classroom culture.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Childcare benefit
- Jewish holidays off
- Opportunity to work in our six-week summer camp for additional income
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
