Welcome to Hopscotch Montessori School, an international school with headquarters in the heart of Manhattan, NYC!
We are currently hiring a RECE Toddler Teacher to join our summer program with the possible contract extension for the school year 2026-2027.
We are delighted to encourage experienced, dynamic, and creative Montessori educators to join our team!
At Hopscotch, we celebrate the uniqueness of each child and strive to provide a nurturing environment where they can thrive. With our roots extending across two continents, boasting two Montessori schools in Europe, one growing school in Toronto, and two in New York City, including locations on both the Upper East Side and the West Side, we offer a rich approach to early childhood education providing all team members with opportunities for professional development.
We are currently seeking a passionate Toddler RECE teacher to enrich our youngest students during our Summer Program. As a valued member of our team, you will collaborate closely with our school leadership team and dedicated educators who share our commitment to fostering a love of learning and exploration.
When you share your resume with us, we invite you to include a few words about yourself, your training, and most importantly, your personal philosophy and attitude toward children. We believe that every interaction with a child is an opportunity to inspire and empower, and we are excited to welcome someone who shares our vision to join our Hopscotch family.
Join our team, where each day is filled with joy, discovery, and endless possibilities. We can't wait to meet you!
Competencies:
· Punctuality
· Strong communication skills
· Respectful perspective of children
· Flexibility and ability to think outside the box
· Creativity
· Positive, collaborative, and team-oriented attitude
Responsibilities:
· Experience working with families and parents of young children
· Experience working with infants and young children
· Prepare an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the students
· Maintain a clean, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment, including routine care and maintenance of classroom materials
· Provide educational plans when necessary
· Observe and regularly record progress for all children
· Prepare for parent conferences, write reports and weekly newsletters
· Organize the whole cycle in the Montessori group
· Supervise assistant teachers
Preferences and Requirements:
● A Baccalaureate Degree (RECE certification is required)
● Master’s Degree in Early Childhood education preferred
● At least 1 year of experience in Teaching of children under 6 years old
We are interested in hiring teachers looking for growth and will provide the environment to increase teacher potential. Salary is dependent on qualifications and working hours.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person