Sacramento Montessori·Sacramento, California
The Infant Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for babies. Duties include managing daily routines such as feeding, diapering, and sleeping while engaging infants in Montessori-based activities.
Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Infant Teacher — $22–$26/Hour | Sacramento Montessori School Location: Sacramento, CA Position: Full-Time Infant Teacher Pay: $22–$26 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Schedule: Monday–Friday Childcare Benefit: 50% employee childcare discount
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Why Join Sacramento Montessori School?
We want our teachers to feel supported and valued. As part of our team, you will receive: $22–$26 per hour 50% employee childcare discount Montessori guidance and training Opportunities for professional development A warm Montessori classroom environment Support from experienced teachers and administrators Opportunities to grow within the school The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with infants and their families A team committed to providing high-quality early childhood care and education What You'll Do
As an Infant Teacher, you will help provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for babies during one of the most important stages of their development. Your responsibilities will include: Providing loving, attentive care throughout the day Responding appropriately to each infant's individual needs and cues Supporting feeding, diapering, sleeping, and daily routines Holding, comforting, talking, singing, and engaging with infants Supporting infants as they develop movement, coordination, communication, and independence Providing age-appropriate Montessori experiences and activities Encouraging tummy time, movement, exploration, and sensory experiences Maintaining a clean, organized, and peaceful classroom Following safe sleep, health, and sanitation practices Maintaining appropriate supervision and teacher-to-child ratios Communicating respectfully and professionally with parents and families Recording daily information and communicating important updates about each child Working collaboratively with your teaching team Following California licensing requirements and school policies Participating in staff meetings and professional development
Applicants should meet California licensing requirements for an Infant Teacher position and be able to provide documentation of their education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications: include:
Experience working with infants and young children in a licensed childcare center, preschool, infant program, family childcare home, nanny setting, Early Head Start, or similar setting Completion of required Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework or willingness to complete required coursework Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification Knowledge of infant development, age-appropriate activities, and responsive caregiving Understanding of safe sleep practices, sanitation, and basic health and safety procedures Ability to maintain appropriate supervision and teacher-to-child ratios Ability to communicate professionally with families and coworkers Dependable attendance and punctuality Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team A genuine interest in early childhood education and Montessori philosophy Montessori Experience Is a Plus — But Not Required
$22–$26/hour | Full-Time | 50% Employee Childcare Discount | Montessori Training Available
Applicants must meet California licensing requirements for an infant teacher and provide documentation of their education and experience. Preferred candidates possess ECE coursework, current CPR/First Aid certification, and experience in a licensed childcare setting.
Market context
Infant teacher roles in California are commonly sought in licensed child care centers, where staffing needs are shaped by infant-to-staff ratio requirements and consistent enrollment. Competition is often strongest for candidates who already meet the infant-toddler qualification path, have licensed-center experience, and can show reliability in a regulated classroom setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your ECE units, CDA, or experience before applying.