The Montessori School of Lake Forest is seeking a Toddler Morning Assistant (ages 15 months - 3 years). The Assistant works together with the Toddler Directress to nurture, guide and teach children utilizing the Montessori method. The ideal candidate will be reliable, and possess a patient, positive and respectful manner toward children in his/her care.

• Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 2:00pm daily
  
• Full year position starting August 17, 2026
• Pay starting at $18.00 per hour
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• Discounted tuition available for children of employees
• 30 hours per week = benefit eligible
• Experience working with children minimum of 1 year REQUIRED

Responsibilities include:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and supportive respect for colleagues, children and families
• Assisting children with self-care, including diapering and toileting
• Classroom stocking, organization, and daily cleaning
• Supervising indoor and outdoor recess with children
• Observing children, and supporting class rules and class procedures
• Sharing staffing responsibility for Club Days (dates on which the school is open for enrolled families)

Qualifications include:

• Good communication skills and strong work ethic
• Investment in continuous learning and development
• Ability to collaborate, multi-task and learn through observation and modeling
• High School diploma required; two years of college preferred
• Prior experience working with children preferred

We are a strong school community, dedicated to Montessori principles, committed to inspiring independence, self- confidence, respect, and academic excellence.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance