MONTESSORI ASSISTANT TODDLER PRE-PRIMARY TEACHER

MONTESSORI ASSISTANT TODDLER PRE-PRIMARY TEACHER

Bozeman Montessori is hiring for a fulltime Montessori Assistant Teacher in our Pre-Primary classroom (18 months to 3 years) at our Enterprise Blvd campus. This position will be an integral member of our classroom team assisting our Lead Guide. Montessori experience is a plus, and we also provide on-the-job training for the right candidate. 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 life. 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 children’s 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 babies, 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 Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant College Program


• Experience with early childhood care and education 


• Montessori credential in early childhood is exceptional, but not required


• Willingness to pursue MACTE birth to three 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, Monday - Friday, 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 for all employees


• Paid Break Days for full time employees


• Paid Holidays (9 per year) for full time employees


• Free Telemedicine & Teletherapy Plan for eligible employees and their families


• Medical/Dental/Vision Expenses Reimbursement Program for full time employees


• Additional paid time off for fulltime employees and more


• Simple Plan IRA retirement 3% match for all employees, no waiting period 


• Tuition discount available to child of employees enrolled in our programs. 


• Paid professional development for required trainings and Montessori teacher education sponsorships available. 


• Access to our School Meal Program
  

Find Us!

Center website: www.bozemanmontessori.com

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.