Montessori Guide

About the Position

The Guide leads instruction in the classroom, reports to the Principal, and works in collaboration with Classroom Assistant, SEL Team, and Coaches. This is a full time 10-Month with required August Training before the school year begins.

This position requires certification to teach in the public schools in the State of CT and completion of a Montessori Training program. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

The ideal applicant has a Master’s Degree in Education or a related field, is trained in the Montessori method and/or has experience as an assistant in a public school setting, collaborating as a member of a teaching faculty, supervising children, and supporting instruction for students with special needs. S/he/they is kind, caring, compassionate, enthusiastic, well‑organized, bilingual (Spanish), and creative with excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Planning and presenting anti‑bias learning in academics and social emotional learning in the classroom
• Differentiating instruction to ensure growth for all students
• Collaborating with classroom, level, and school teams to plan curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Partnering with families through regular communication to support children’s growth
• Participating in professional learning in social emotional skills, academics, and Anti‑Bias Anti‑Racist work