Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout the Role:Sacramento Montessori is looking for a passionate and nurturing Lead Infant Teacher to join our dedicated early childhood team in Sacramento, CA. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most critical stage of a child's development in a warm, child-centered environment. If you love guiding little ones through their earliest discoveries, we'd love to meet you!
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement age-appropriate Montessori-inspired activities for infants in a safe, nurturing classroom environment
- Monitor and support the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of each infant in your care
- Maintain accurate developmental records and communicate daily updates to families
- Establish and follow consistent daily routines including feeding, diapering, and nap schedules
- Collaborate with assistant teachers to ensure a high-quality, responsive caregiving environment
- Ensure classroom health, safety, and cleanliness standards are met at all times
- Build trusting, respectful relationships with families through open and ongoing communication
Requirements:
- Minimum 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units, including infant/toddler units preferred
- Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
- Knowledge of Montessori philosophy and infant development best practices is a plus
- Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong communication skills and a warm, patient, and nurturing demeanor
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced classroom environment
About Us:Sacramento Montessori is a trusted early childhood education community dedicated to fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning in every child. Our families choose us for our thoughtful, child-led approach and our deeply caring staff who go above and beyond every day. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive workplace where educators are valued, respected, and inspired to grow professionally.