Assistant Teacher, Montessori Preschool

We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Assistant Guide (Teacher) & Extended Day Specialist who has a passion for working with children and has the flexibility to start with a part-time schedule. We are looking for Guides to join us in our Infant, Toddler and Children's House (ages 3 to 6) classrooms.

Candidates interested in this part-time to full-time position (2:00 pm - 6:00pm, then 9:30 to 6:00) have access to benefits including sick time and access to Guidepost Montessori's tax-advantaged Flexible Spending Accounts. Additional full-time benefits include health insurance, a 401K and a generous 75% tuition discount for up to two children at our school!

This role is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door, and learn more about Montessori education! Many of our Assistant Guides ultimately grow to take on Lead Guide roles over time, thanks to our accredited Montessori training program we offer to exceptional employees.

• Experience working with children ages newborn-6
• 'Teacher' certification from MA Dept of Early Education and Care is required
• Valid negative TB test taken within last 12 months (prior to start date with Guidepost)
• Ability to work well with other adults
• Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
• Familiarity with the Montessori approach to education is preferred, but not required

Guidepost Montessori is a community of trained educators who are driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. To meet the needs of today's students and to bring about true progress in the world around us, we need an education model that fosters independence and develops competent, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents. To that end, we are committed to dramatically increasing the amount of high-fidelity, authentic Montessori programs, not only in the U.S., but around the globe!

If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!