Contact Name::Vicki McCarthy
Contact Position in Company::Amelia Island Montessori School
Contact Phone::(904) 261-6610
Contact Email::vicki.mccarthy@ameliaislandmontessori.com
Position Available::Toddler Lead Guide
School Name::Amelia Island Montessori School
This is a::Upcoming Opening
Job Description::TODDLER LEAD EDUCATOR
OUR MISSION
Amelia Island Montessori School embodies a child-centered education grounded in Montessori
philosophy and methodology, supporting the “whole child,” inspiring independent thinkers and
cultivating collaborative citizens.
ABOUT AMELIA ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL (AIMS)
Since 1973, AIMS has educated thousands of children and remained true to the vision of providing
an environment where the development of the whole child matters, and where students cultivate
independent thinking and a true love of learning.
In recent years, the School has experienced growth and has the potential to grow further. At
approximately 90 students, AIMS currently serves students from 18 months - 12 years of age.
Employment at AIMS offers several advantages:
● The idyllic campus is located on Amelia Island’s south end, shaded by live oak trees and
within walking distance from the beach.
● The parent community is an engaged one, with a recently-energized association, Team AIMS,
which helps host a popular island-wide chili cook-off each year.
● AIMS has a solid administrative foundation, led by a Montessori-trained Head of School. It is
an accredited member of the American Montessori Society, Florida Council of Independent
Schools and Cognia.
● The School has a strong Board of Trustees that is committed to providing the resources and
support necessary to enable success for the organization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Toddler Lead Educator
Work location: AIMS
Department: Faculty
Reports to: Head of School
Start date: July 31, 2023
Key responsibilities:
The model candidate will be someone who nurtures children, is flexible, has a strong desire to
work as part of a team, and is passionate about creating and maintaining a beautiful
educational environment while following the Montessori philosophy. Specific duties include:
● Supervising and guiding children ages 18 months-3 years old and delivering
developmentally-appropriate Montessori Curriculum for the program level
● Implementing activities to meet the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of
the children
● Setting an example for children by modeling honesty, respect, kindness and
understanding
● Maintaining the safety and well-being of children in the classroom by providing a safe
and prepared environment
● Fully participating in and collaborating with AIMS team members and Administration in
furtherance of the school's mission
● Engaging in clear, respectful, and effective communication with children, parents, team
members and administrators
● Accepting all other duties assigned by the Head of School in furtherance of the mission of
the school, and in support of the day-to-day operations required to deliver AIMS
programs
Experience and qualifications
● Montessori Infant & Toddler Credential required (or willingness to obtain)
● Bachelor's Degree preferred
● Successfully complete pre-employment background check, TB test, etc.
● Successfully complete DCF childcare training within three months of start date
● Successfully complete CPR and First Aid course
