Job Description

Miami Jewish Montessori | Coconut Grove, Miami, FL
Full-time, 10-month position | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Salary: $30,000–$38,000
Start Date: August 18
About Us
Miami Jewish Montessori is a boutique Jewish preschool serving approximately 30–40 children in the heart of Coconut Grove. Our program combines Montessori principles with a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach. We are committed to helping every child feel seen, understood, respected, and emotionally safe. Families become part of a close-knit school community, and educators are valued as thoughtful professionals who continue learning alongside children.
Position Overview
We are seeking a warm, reflective, and dependable Toddler Lead Teacher for our youngest classroom.
Montessori experience is welcome but not required. We are open to experienced educators, emerging teachers, career changers, and highly trainable candidates who bring sound judgment, emotional maturity, and a genuine desire to grow.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the daily care, learning, and routines of a toddler classroom.
Create a safe, nurturing, organized, and developmentally appropriate environment.
Support children’s social-emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development.
Observe children closely and adapt guidance to individual needs.
Respond to challenging behavior with empathy, consistency, and appropriate boundaries.
Plan and facilitate hands-on learning experiences aligned with the school’s educational approach.
Partner closely with co-teachers and school leadership.
Communicate regularly with parents about children’s experiences and development.
Participate in training, coaching, reflection, and professional development.
Support schoolwide needs with flexibility, professionalism, and a team-first mindset.
Follow all health, safety, supervision, and classroom-care procedures.
Qualifications
Experience working with young children preferred.
Early childhood education, child development, Montessori, or related training is a plus.
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with children, families, and colleagues.
Openness to feedback, coaching, and learning new approaches.
Ability to remain calm and responsive in an active toddler environment.
Jewish background is not required.
Compensation & Benefits
$30,000–$38,000 for the 10-month school year, based on education, experience, and qualifications.
Five personal days.
School closures for Jewish and Federal holidays.
Extended Passover break.
Professional learning with psychologists, occupational therapists, and child-development specialists.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
This is a 10-month, school-year position.

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday

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