American Montessori Society Inc
Lead Montessori Guide
American Montessori Society Inc, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
About the Role
As a Lead Montessori Guide you'll help create a nurturing and enriching space for children ages 2 to 6. You'll inspire their curiosity and love for learning through hands‑on exploration, all while following authentic Montessori principles. This is a fantastic chance to build meaningful relationships with children, families, and a supportive team, while encouraging each child's independence, creativity, and growth.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Implement the Montessori curriculum, using appropriate Montessori materials and techniques.
Observe and assess each child’s development, providing individualized learning plans and Montessori material presentations.
Maintain regular communication with parents regarding their child’s progress and development.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Prepare and organize classroom materials to support children’s learning.
Facilitate group activities and encourage social interaction among children.
Ensure the safety and well‑being of all children in the classroom.
Ability to work at a child's level for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
Ability to change diapers as needed.
Ability to perform light opening/closing duties such as preparing snacks, sweeping, sanitizing tables, putting down/picking up nap cots, washing snack dishes, stocking, and organizing supplies.
Minimum Qualifications
2+ years of teaching experience in a licensed Montessori childcare center or preschool preferred, with at least 1 year as a Lead Guide required.
A minimum of 12 semester units in early childhood education or child development.
A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field is preferred.
MACTE-accredited 3-6 Montessori credential (AMI, AMS, or IMC/CGMS).
Certifications in CPR and First Aid.
Clear a background check (criminal history, fingerprinting through CA DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Central Index).
Complete Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of employment.
Complete health screening, including a tuberculosis (TB) test, before starting work.
Compensation and Benefits
$30-$34/hour, depending on your experience and qualifications.
Health/dental plan, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement savings plan, and professional development opportunities.
Regular compensation reviews aimed at proactive increases as the school grows.
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Responsibilities
Create and maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Implement the Montessori curriculum, using appropriate Montessori materials and techniques.
Observe and assess each child’s development, providing individualized learning plans and Montessori material presentations.
Maintain regular communication with parents regarding their child’s progress and development.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Prepare and organize classroom materials to support children’s learning.
Facilitate group activities and encourage social interaction among children.
Ensure the safety and well‑being of all children in the classroom.
Ability to work at a child's level for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
Ability to change diapers as needed.
Ability to perform light opening/closing duties such as preparing snacks, sweeping, sanitizing tables, putting down/picking up nap cots, washing snack dishes, stocking, and organizing supplies.
Minimum Qualifications
2+ years of teaching experience in a licensed Montessori childcare center or preschool preferred, with at least 1 year as a Lead Guide required.
A minimum of 12 semester units in early childhood education or child development.
A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field is preferred.
MACTE-accredited 3-6 Montessori credential (AMI, AMS, or IMC/CGMS).
Certifications in CPR and First Aid.
Clear a background check (criminal history, fingerprinting through CA DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Central Index).
Complete Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of employment.
Complete health screening, including a tuberculosis (TB) test, before starting work.
Compensation and Benefits
$30-$34/hour, depending on your experience and qualifications.
Health/dental plan, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement savings plan, and professional development opportunities.
Regular compensation reviews aimed at proactive increases as the school grows.
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