Montessori School of Silicon Valley·Williamson County, Texas
The assistant teacher will support the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing environment that fosters independence and social-emotional growth for toddlers. They will also assist with daily routines, classroom organization, and engaging children in hands-on learning activities.
Toddler Assistant Teacher Ages 18 Months–2.5 Years | Georgetown, TX
Love helping toddlers learn, grow, and become more independent? Join the warm and supportive teaching team at Cantera Montessori in Georgetown! We are seeking a caring, dependable Toddler Assistant Teacher who enjoys working with young children and wants to make a meaningful difference during this important stage of development.
Montessori experience is not required. If you bring patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for working with toddlers, we will help you learn and grow as an educator.
A Supportive Classroom Team Our Toddler Community serves 15 children between 18 months and 2.5 years old with a team of three educators: one Lead Teacher and two Assistant Teachers. This supportive 1:5 teacher-to-child ratio allows our teachers to build meaningful relationships with each child and provide thoughtful, individualized care.
As a Toddler Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside an experienced Lead Teacher to: Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment Help toddlers build independence through everyday routines Support children’s social and emotional development Guide children with patience through transitions and big feelings Encourage language, movement, curiosity, and hands-on learning Participate in activities such as art, cooking, gardening, music, and early STEM exploration Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow teachers Help maintain a clean, calm, and organized classroom
Love working with toddlers and celebrating their daily discoveries Are patient, attentive, dependable, and caring Enjoy being active and engaged throughout the day Work well as part of a collaborative teaching team Are eager to learn more about child development and Montessori education Have previous childcare, preschool, daycare, nannying, or early childhood experience—or a strong desire to begin a career working with young children
Why Join Cantera Montessori? Competitive pay Medical and dental insurance Paid sick leave, PTO, and holidays Tuition discounts for staff 401(k) matching and retirement benefits Ongoing professional development Tuition reimbursement Opportunities to pursue Montessori certification A clear path toward Lead Teacher and leadership roles A welcoming school community where teachers are valued and supported
At Cantera Montessori, toddlers are encouraged to explore, build confidence, and develop the skills to do more for themselves. Our teachers provide the loving, consistent guidance that makes this growth possible. If you are ready to build strong relationships with children and families while growing your career in early childhood education, we would love to meet you. Apply today!
Candidates should have a genuine love for working with toddlers and be patient, dependable, and collaborative. While previous childcare experience is preferred, it is not required as the school provides training and professional development.
Market context
In Texas, teaching assistant roles are commonly tied to early childhood and special education support, where schools need dependable staff who can follow classroom plans and assist with IEP implementation. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, several years of relevant experience with young children, and clear background and health screening results. If you are applying, review the posted requirements and benefits carefully—this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time before you submit.
