Infant Class Manager

Grand Lake Montessori is now hiring a dynamic and experienced Infant House Manager for our campus in Oakland, CA!

This is a full-time position (9:00-6:00) with an average of 40 hours per week.

Grand Lake Montessori is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY employer, and qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Montessori Training preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a teacher required.

Description:

The Nido House Manager serves as the primary floating teacher within the Nido House, providing hands-on support to each infant classroom throughout the day. This role ensures continuity of care, maintains classroom quality, and supports teachers in meeting the needs of children and families.

Responsibilities include:

• Float between infant classrooms throughout the day to provide instructional and operational support.
• Step into classrooms as needed to maintain licensing ratios and ensure continuity of care.
• Assist teachers during peak activity periods, including arrivals, departures, feeding times, diapering routines, transitions, and nap supervision.
• Model Montessori infant practices and demonstrate best practices in caregiving and classroom management.
• Observe classroom dynamics and provide immediate coaching and support to staff.
• Provide coverage for breaks, lunches, meetings, and unexpected staff absences when necessary.
• Assist with preparing classroom environments, materials, and daily routines.
• Support children with individualized care while maintaining consistency across the Nido House.
• Ensure classrooms remain calm, organized, and responsive to the developmental needs of infants.
• Be readily available to respond to operational needs across all infant classrooms.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person