Montessori Assistant Primary (3-6) Teacher

Bozeman Montessori is hiring for a fulltime Assistant Teacher in our Primary classrooms. This position will be an integral member of our classroom team assisting our Lead and Assistant Guides. Montessori experience is a plus and we also provide on-the-job training. We have classrooms serving infants (6 months to 18 months) Pre-Primary (toddlers; 18 months to 3 years) and Primary (3 years to 6 years old).

Our Story: Bozeman Montessori is a place where the community comes together in support of children to cultivate joyfully engaged individuals. Our seasoned Montessori-trained teachers provide support as families navigate the complexities of the world in a safe inspiring environment intentionally designed for self-discovery and learning. Our flourishing community is grounded in the belief that everyone has value and a part to play in the world as unique as they are. Our science-based approach is responsive to the needs of individuals and supports the needs of human beings at every stage in partnership our time-tested method serves as a compass as families navigate their own journey.

Mission Statement: Our mission is to work collaboratively with families using the principles of Dr. Montessori to support child development within a community of caregivers. We strive to support the childrens independence and development while fostering in them joyful lifelong learning.

Our Core Values: Community Integrity Growth Mindset Beauty

This Job is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Consistent and reliable
• Loves small children and families and is willing to honor the needs of the whole child
• Adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances and environment
• Strong intrapersonal skills
  

Candidate must:

• Provide resume three references any diplomas and transcripts for highest level of education
• Satisfy licensing requirements including copies of immunization records
• Be current in adult/child CPR-First Aid Training (or become so within one month of hire)
• Be willing to become current in Montana-required health and safety trainings (within one month of hire)
• Pass background checks as required by licensing at the time of hire
• Physical ability to bend over lift up to 40 pounds
• Extended periods of time sitting on the floor

Preferred Education:

• Current Enrollment or Bachelors Degree in a relevant College Program
• Multiple years experience with early childhood care and education
• Montessori credential in early childhood is exceptional but not required
• Willingness to pursue MACTE infant toddler training within one year is ideal

Ideal Candidate Has Capacity For:

• Warmth energy and enthusiasm for working with young children with kindness consistency and calm

• Meticulous preparation and maintenance of the environment inside the classroom and outside in our play spaces and garden areas

• Honoring our shared Montessori values of community lifelong learning compassion integrity as well as an appreciation for diversity
• A commitment to protecting the physical and emotional safety of all children as a prerequisite for learning
• Demonstrating strong positive solution-oriented communication skills
• Ability to accept feedback gracefully
• Showing sensitivity and respect for confidentiality on behalf of all members of our community

Job Type: Full-time 8:00 am - 4:00 pm position 34-40 hours per week year-round with planned spring summer and winter breaks

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Paid Earned Time Off
• Paid Holidays for full time employees
• Telemedicine & Teletherapy Plan for all employees and their families
• QSEHRA: medical/dental/vision contribution for full time employees
• Additional Paid Time off for full time employees
• Simple Plan IRA Retirement with 3% company match
• Tuition discount available to child of employees who are enrolled in our programs.
• Paid professional development for required trainings and Montessori teacher education sponsorships available.
• Food program lunches for all employees
  

Find Us!

Center website:

Facebook page: @bozemanmontessori

Instagram: @bozemontessori

Bozeman Montessori does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender religion sexual orientation national or ethnic origin in admission or hiring policies.

Required Experience:

Junior IC