Bandwidth·Raleigh, North Carolina
The Toddler Guide will coordinate with a lead guide to plan and prepare the classroom environment using Montessori and RIE principles. They are responsible for the physical care, safety, and developmental observation of children while maintaining professional communication with families.
At Bandwidth, we shape how the world connects. We're the global communications software company and Tier 1 network operator with global reach. The voice, messaging, and emergency services infrastructure behind the brands and apps you use every day. Because we own the network we build on, the problems you'll solve here are bigger, more complex, and more impactful. And as communications shifts to AI, we're the infrastructure layer making it possible. We call ourselves BANDmates because building something this big takes collaboration, different perspectives, and the freedom to bring your authentic self to the table. We're experts who speak like humans. Ready to build what's next? #JoinTheBand What We Are Looking For: Ohana Child Development Center provides the highest quality Montessori/RIE based programming for children 4 months to 5 years of age. Ohana Child Development Center serves the families of Bandwidth employees, and is located in the Bandwidth Raleigh NC Headquarters. Ohana is looking for qualified, passionate guides and caregivers who are dedicated to providing respectful, encouraging and cognitively stimulating programming for the children in their care. We are recruiting teachers who are open to learning and continuing education, and who want to work in a collaborative environment (sharing their knowledge and learning from others). Ohana guides will partner with Bandwidth families to provide encouragement and support that best serves the children, and give continuous feedback to families regarding their children’s development and individual needs. The Ohana Toddler Guide will foster a supportive and collaborative educational atmosphere where Montessori and RIE support an environment where the children are the curriculum. LEARN MORE ABOUT OHANA: https://www.bandwidth.com/ohana/ What You'll Do: Coordinates with a lead guide to plan and prepare the environment using Montessori/RIE principles. Managing physical care of children (including diapering and toileting) using Montessori and RIE techniques. Ensure the daily care of every child by following all school/ classroom procedures and standards as well as all licensing guidelines. Ensure visual supervision and child safety at all times. Observing and documenting observations regularly for each child. Preparing and maintaining the environment based on observations of the needs of the children. Maintaining a safe, clean and organized classroom environment Providing appropriate communication and feedback to parents. Models appropriate pro social behavior and redirects children when appropriate using positive discipline strategies. Form relationships with families, children, and co-teachers that are respectful of individual differences and culture, family styles and cultural/socioeconomic diversity. Meets regularly with co teachers to discuss observations, environmental design, curriculum planning, and challenges to ensure all guides are coordinating and collaborating. Provides developmental reports to parents and conducts parent conferences three times per year Communicates important information to co teachers regarding aspects of the children and classroom. Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of Ohana and Bandwidth at all times. Keep up with required training hours & certifications according to licensing Be open to applying new teaching, learning strategies as directed by the Director and the Ohana Board Attend faculty meetings regularly Working Conditions: Works in a normal Child Development Center environment Must be able to lift, move, or hold children with weight up to 60 pounds. Must be able to observe children from various distances. Must be able to lift children from various heights. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle or feel. What You Need: Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred Experience: 3 years working in an early childhood setting.
Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting and a strong knowledge of child development. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with a commitment to ongoing education and collaborative teaching practices.
Market context
Toddler Guide openings in North Carolina often reflect steady demand in early childhood programs that value experienced caregivers who can support toddler development. These roles are competitive because employers look for 3 years in early childhood settings, familiarity with child development and Montessori/RIE techniques, and may favor a bachelor’s degree or MACTE certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show hands-on toddler experience and approach to guided independence.