Morningside Montessori School

Registered Early Childhood Educator/Montessori Assistant

Morningside Montessori is a small family-based school that provides authentic Montessori education for children 16 months through 6 years of age. Our passion is to provide an environment that encourages children to grow and develop to their potential.
Morningside is looking for an experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Early Childhood Educator/Montessori Assistant to manage and maintain our one of our beautiful classrooms following the Montessori Philosophy.
Key Responsibilities:

• Knowledge and implementation of Child Care Early Years Act (CCEYA), Region of Waterloo Public Health requirements, Morningside Montessori School policies and procedures and the Montessori Philosophy
• Manage and maintain a classroom environment that is complete, safe, clean and high-quality
• Educate and support children in accordance with the Montessori Philosophy
• Assess, observe and care for the individual needs of each child
• Maintain professional and caring communication with parents, co-workers and administration
• Maintenance of daily reporting and record keeping
• Participate in all team meetings and school events
• Participate in annual professional development activities in and out of work hours
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year experience with young children
• Professional and personable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (French an asset)
• Ability to provide emotional, physical and/or behavioural support to children
• Ability to collaborate and work as a team member with families, co-workers and administration
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Takes initiative and is proactive in and out of the classroom
• Strong leadership skills

Qualifications:

• Required Registered Early Childhood Educator Diploma with current College of ECE registration in good standing.
• Early Childhood Montessori Diploma would be an asset
• Standard First Aid CPR Level C
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (within the last 6 months)
• Up to date immunizations/TB test
• Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps Certificate
• Food Handler Certificate an asset

Please forward resumes with above requirements to [email protected]

​Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Only selected applicants will be contacted for and interview.