*Create a warm, nurturing classroom environment where infants and toddlers feel safe, respected, secure, and valued.
*Guide children through their early developmental years using Montessori principles, observation, and responsive caregiving.
*Prepare and maintain an engaging, beautiful, and developmentally appropriate Montessori environment.
*Observe each child carefully and use those observations to support their individual development and emerging independence.
*Develop and implement engaging experiences that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
*Build strong, trusting relationships with families and maintain open, thoughtful communication about their child's development and daily experiences.
*Lead and collaborate with your classroom team, modeling professionalism, patience, respect, and consistency.
*Work closely with school leadership and fellow educators to create a cohesive and joyful school community.

We are looking for someone who is not only qualified, but who genuinely loves working with infants and toddlers.
Our ideal candidate has:
AMI/AMS Montessori Infant & Toddler certification preferred
A CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Experience working with children 3 months–24 months
A nurturing, patient, and calm presence
Strong observation and communication skills
The ability to lead a classroom while working collaboratively with a teaching team
A strong understanding of child development and respectful caregiving
A genuine commitment to the Montessori philosophy
Professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude
A desire to continue learning and growing as an educator
If you are Montessori-trained but still completing your certification, we encourage you to apply. We are interested in meeting passionate educators who are committed to Montessori and early childhood education.

Elite Minds Montessori is a warm, growing Montessori community located in beautiful Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. We serve children from infancy through preschool and are dedicated to creating a respectful, nurturing environment where children, families, and educators thrive.

As an AMS-verified Montessori school, we are committed to authentic Montessori practices, thoughtful prepared environments, and honoring each child’s unique developmental journey. Our program emphasizes independence, respect, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

We are proud to offer a bilingual Spanish/English Montessori program that celebrates language development, cultural awareness, and global perspectives from the earliest years. We also offer French enrichment, providing children with opportunities to explore additional languages and develop an appreciation for diverse cultures.

Our close-knit team values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous growth. We believe that our educators are the heart of our school, and we strive to provide a supportive environment where teachers feel respected, valued, and empowered to share their ideas and expertise.

Our school community extends beyond the classroom through strong partnerships with families and opportunities to connect through school events, family gatherings, and community experiences throughout the year.

Located in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, Elite Minds Montessori benefits from a vibrant neighborhood setting with access to parks, gardens, and local community resources that enrich our children’s experiences.

We welcome passionate Montessori educators who are looking to join a caring, collaborative community where they can make a meaningful impact during the most important years of a child’s development.