About Montessori Happy Minds:
Montessori Happy Minds is an early childhood development program for children ages 4 months-12 years. Our philosophy is based on the Montessori method of learning while incorporating the Alberta Flight Curriculum and Waldorf approach. Our program offers full -day and half- day academic and extra-curricular programming as well as before and after- school care programming enriched with a variety of fun activities. Montessori Happy Minds recognizes children as mighty learners and citizens, as capable, curious, resourceful, and rich in potential, which affirms each child’s right to be listened to, to be treated with respect, and to participate in daily decisions that affect them.
In Montessori Happy Minds we believe in, Gardner’s theory which emphasizes that all intelligences are equally valuable. Different situations require the use of different sets of intelligences. We value the team work and we believe that everyone in our team is special and essential to achieving success.
We are looking for life- long learners to join our team!
Position: Music and Movement Instructor
Responsibilities:
Music, Movement, Dance & Yoga Instructor (Full-Time)
Montessori Happy Minds is looking for an energetic, creative, and passionate Music, Movement, Dance & Yoga Instructor to join our team! We are seeking someone who loves working with young children and can inspire them through music, movement, dance, and yoga in a fun, engaging, and nurturing environment.
Responsibilities
At Montessori Happy Minds, you will:
- Create a warm, positive, and inclusive environment where every child feels encouraged and valued.
- Plan and lead engaging music, movement, dance, and yoga classes for children ages 19 months to 6 years.
- Teach fun, age-appropriate dance routines that encourage coordination, rhythm, creativity, and self-expression.
- Teach simple children's songs using a variety of age-appropriate musical instruments such as shakers, tambourines, rhythm sticks, bells, scarves, and drums.
- Lead children's yoga sessions that include stretching, breathing exercises, balance, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques.
- Encourage participation, confidence, creativity, and teamwork through music, dance, movement, and play.
- Collaborate with classroom educators to plan activities that support children's learning and development.
- Adapt activities to meet the needs of children with different abilities, learning styles, and developmental levels.
- Ensure children are supervised at all times while maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
- Prepare, organize, clean, and maintain all musical instruments, props, and activity materials.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
- Maintain professionalism and participate in ongoing professional development as needed.
- Be familiar with licensing and emergency procedures.
Qualifications
- Experience teaching music, dance, movement, yoga, or early childhood enrichment programs.
- Experience working with children ages 19 months to 6 years.
- Ability to sing, play simple percussion instruments, and engage children through interactive music.
- Ability to teach age-appropriate dance and movement activities.
- Ability to lead children's yoga sessions.
- Energetic, patient, reliable, creative, and enthusiastic.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Early Childhood Education background is considered an asset.
Required skills
- Team Building
- Decision- making skill
- Effective communication skills
- Stress and management skills
- Organization skills
- Administrative skills
Personal Attributes:
- Creative
- Respectful
- Patient
- Flexible
- Compassionate
- Good work ethic
Location: Edmonton Alberta, T6W4S8
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and education.
Benefits:
- 2 paid weeks of vacation
- An additional 2 business days of paid leave during the Christmas Holiday closure
- 6 paid personal days/year after 1 year of employment
- Health
- Training and Professional development
- Extended health care 50% of benefit covered by MHM up to $100/month
- Discretionary bonus
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Monthly team entertainment
Requirement for work place:
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
Valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
