Sunflower Development Center
Montessori Guide / Teacher
Location: Raynham, MA
Schedule: Part-time mornings (8:30 AM–12:30 PM or 9:00-1:00) Plus Saturday or Sunday (9:00-1:00). We can be flexible with the days and times.
Start Date: February 2026
About the Program We are launching a small, Montessori co-op in Raynham designed for children ages 2.5–6 years. Our program emphasizes independence, practical life skills, social development, and respect for the child within a calm, thoughtfully prepared environment.
This is not a traditional childcare role. Parents or caregivers actively participate in the classroom on a rotating basis, allowing the guide to focus on observation, lesson presentation, and maintaining the Montessori work cycle.
The Role We are seeking a Montessori-aligned guide/teacher to lead our morning work cycle and help establish a warm, consistent classroom culture.
Responsibilities
Preparing and maintaining a Montessori-inspired environment
Leading daily work cycles, circle time, and transitions
Presenting age-appropriate Montessori lessons including practical life, sensorial, and early language and math foundations
Collaborating with parent and or helpers in the classroom
Modeling respectful communication and child-centered guidance
Observing children and communicating developmentally appropriate feedback to families
Supporting a calm, inclusive, and community-based classroom culture
Qualifications
Experience working with children ages 2.5–5
Strong understanding of child development
Calm, patient, and collaborative teaching style
Comfort working alongside parent volunteers
Reliable, organized, and values-driven
Preferred but not required:
Montessori certification (AMI, AMS, or equivalent)
Montessori classroom experience
Background in early childhood education
Experience in cooperative or alternative education settings
Schedule and Compensation
Part-time mornings plus weekend mornings
3–4 hours per day
Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Paid classroom prep time
Supportive leadership and small class size
Why Join Us
Small, intentional program with strong family engagement
Thoughtfully prepared environment
Low ratios and consistent schedule
Opportunity to help build a program from the ground up
Collaborative, respectful, and values-aligned community
Location: Raynham, MA
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About the Program We are launching a small, Montessori co-op in Raynham designed for children ages 2.5–6 years. Our program emphasizes independence, practical life skills, social development, and respect for the child within a calm, thoughtfully prepared environment.
This is not a traditional childcare role. Parents or caregivers actively participate in the classroom on a rotating basis, allowing the guide to focus on observation, lesson presentation, and maintaining the Montessori work cycle.
The Role We are seeking a Montessori-aligned guide/teacher to lead our morning work cycle and help establish a warm, consistent classroom culture.
Responsibilities
Preparing and maintaining a Montessori-inspired environment
Leading daily work cycles, circle time, and transitions
Presenting age-appropriate Montessori lessons including practical life, sensorial, and early language and math foundations
Collaborating with parent and or helpers in the classroom
Modeling respectful communication and child-centered guidance
Observing children and communicating developmentally appropriate feedback to families
Supporting a calm, inclusive, and community-based classroom culture
Qualifications
Experience working with children ages 2.5–5
Strong understanding of child development
Calm, patient, and collaborative teaching style
Comfort working alongside parent volunteers
Reliable, organized, and values-driven
Preferred but not required:
Montessori certification (AMI, AMS, or equivalent)
Montessori classroom experience
Background in early childhood education
Experience in cooperative or alternative education settings
Schedule and Compensation
Part-time mornings plus weekend mornings
3–4 hours per day
Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Paid classroom prep time
Supportive leadership and small class size
Why Join Us
Small, intentional program with strong family engagement
Thoughtfully prepared environment
Low ratios and consistent schedule
Opportunity to help build a program from the ground up
Collaborative, respectful, and values-aligned community
Location: Raynham, MA
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