Montessori Lead Head Teacher

Tiffin Bay Montessori

788 Yonge, St, Midland. Ont.

Email at: [email protected]

Tiffin Bay Montessori is a growing, child-centered learning community dedicated to authentic Montessori practice and excellence in early childhood education. Our environment is thoughtfully prepared to foster independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

We are committed to maintaining a calm, respectful, and high-quality setting where both children and educators thrive. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, and a shared responsibility for creating an exceptional educational experience.

Position Overview

The Montessori Lead Head Teacher is a key leadership role within the classroom, responsible for guiding the learning environment, mentoring team members, and delivering high-quality Montessori programming.

This role is hands-on and requires a strong presence in the classroom, excellent communication with families, and a commitment to maintaining a structured, clean, and inspiring environment. The Lead Head Teacher sets the tone for classroom culture, consistency, and excellence.

Licensing, compliance, and Ministry-related responsibilities are managed by ownership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the classroom with a strong commitment to Montessori philosophy, fostering independence, concentration, and respect within a thoughtfully prepared environment
• Design and implement purposeful Montessori experiences across practical life, sensorial, and early academic domains
• Maintain an orderly, aesthetically consistent, and fully prepared classroom that reflects Montessori standards at all times
• Uphold high standards of care and presentation by ensuring the environment is clean, organized, and reset before each meal and at the end of each day
• Provide confident leadership, mentorship, and professional guidance to educators and support staff, modeling best practices in all interactions
• Collaborate in the ongoing development and refinement of Montessori-aligned programming that reflects the needs and interests of the children
• Conduct regular classroom observations and walkthroughs to ensure excellence in safety, programming quality, and adherence to Montessori principles
• Support the onboarding, orientation, and development of new staff, students, and volunteers, fostering a culture of consistency and professionalism
• Observe and document children’s progress with intention, using insights to guide individualized support and classroom planning
• Communicate with families in a clear, respectful, and professional manner, including consistent updates through platforms such as the Dojo app
• Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues, grounded in respect and collaboration
• Guide children’s social and emotional development through calm, respectful, and developmentally appropriate approaches
• Ensure attentive supervision across all environments, including indoor, outdoor, and rest periods, with a focus on safety and well-being
• Uphold all centre policies, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements with professionalism and integrity
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment in all matters
• Actively engage in team collaboration, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development
• Ensure smooth daily flow through thoughtful transitions, consistent routines, and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Montessori Certification (MACTE or AMI)
• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Montessori training or certification (require or willing to be trained)
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a licensed child care classroom role
• Strong knowledge of child development and classroom leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in parent communication
• Experience using communication platforms (e.g., Dojo) is an asset / can be trained
• Current First Aid/CPR certification
• Clear Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Strong leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet physical demands (lifting, bending, active supervision)
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive practices

What We Offer

• A supportive and respectful leadership team
• A well-organized, high-quality Montessori environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and Montessori development
• A collaborative and team-oriented workplace culture
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing Montessori community