Assistant Infant Teacher - Bee Cave - job 1 of 2

As an Assistant Infant Teacher at Guidepost Montessori, your primary responsibilities include closely observing each child to understand their physical, intellectual, and emotional needs, preparing a nurturing environment, and promoting independence through activities tailored to the developmental stages of infants. You’ll also facilitate communication and collaboration with parents to ensure the best care for each infant.

To apply for the Assistant Infant Teacher position at Guidepost Montessori, candidates should have experience working with children ages 0-3, an interest in pursuing certified Montessori training, and preferably some Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits. Additionally, a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject and a passion for child-led learning environments are advantageous.

The pay for an Assistant Infant Teacher at Guidepost Montessori in Bee Cave ranges from $18 to $20 per hour, depending on your experience. This competitive salary reflects the importance we place on early childhood education and the role you play in shaping young lives.

At Guidepost Montessori, we value professional growth and provide numerous development opportunities, including fully-sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute. Our supportive community also regularly shares best practices and engages in ongoing professional discussions.

Guidepost Montessori supports the independence of infants by creating a carefully prepared environment filled with child-sized furniture, engaging learning materials, and activities that encourage self-care skills. This promotes a sense of confidence as infants explore, learn, and practice doing tasks on their own under the guidance of attentive teachers.

In answering this question, emphasize your ability to keenly observe children’s interactions and behaviors. Discuss how you would document their progress and cater activities to each child's unique developmental needs. Highlight your experience or understanding of observational techniques used in Montessori settings.

Share your knowledge of the Montessori philosophy, focusing on the importance of child-led learning, fostering independence, and creating a prepared environment. Mention how you incorporate these principles into your daily interactions with infants to encourage their exploration and self-confidence.

Highlight your previous roles or experiences in daycare, nursery, or other relevant settings where you’ve engaged with infants or toddlers. Discuss specific duties, how you ensured a safe and nurturing environment, and any strategies you used to promote social interactions among young children.

Emphasize the importance of open and respectful communication. Discuss how you would offer regular updates through parent-teacher conferences or informal conversations, sharing observations and milestones to create a collaborative approach to each child’s development.

Provide a specific example from your past experience where you created opportunities for an infant or toddler to practice new skills independently. Detail the situation, the strategies employed, and the outcomes that demonstrated the child’s growth in confidence.

Discuss your approach to understanding the root cause of challenging behaviors and addressing them calmly. Mention techniques such as redirection, positive reinforcement, and providing choices to empower children while maintaining a respectful environment.

Highlight your knowledge of safety protocols, maintaining a clean space, using age-appropriate materials, and ensuring direct supervision at all times. Emphasize the importance of fostering an emotionally supportive atmosphere where infants feel secure to explore.

Explain how you would keep parents informed about classroom activities and encourage their involvement. This could include inviting them to participate in special events or sharing resources and tips on how they can extend the Montessori philosophy at home.

Discuss methods like circle time or guided play where infants can engage with peers. Mention how you adapt activities based on the infants' developmental stages to ensure everyone is included and learning from each other.

Talk about creating a sense of respect and collaboration by encouraging social interactions and teaching children to help each other. Share how you might set up group activities that foster communication and teamwork, ensuring that each child feels valued.