Assistant Spanish Teacher
Location & commute
- School campus
- Guidepost Montessori
- Neighbourhood
- Downtown Naperville
- Campus vibe
- Montessori environment focused on independence, curiosity and joy for ages 0–6
- Local time
- 08:45 UTC−5
About the role
Role summary
The role involves supporting a mixed-age Spanish Immersion Montessori classroom serving children from infancy to age 6. The assistant teacher will help create a calm, engaging learning environment and support children's individual development through observation, activity facilitation, and relationship-building.
The work
- Observe children to identify and respond to individual learning needs
- Prepare and maintain organised, intentionally designed classroom spaces
- Assist with individual and small-group learning activities
- Develop respectful relationships with children and their families
- Collaborate with lead guides and team members to build classroom community
Requirements
- Experience working with children aged 3–6 in a school or childcare setting
- Positive, adaptable and collaborative approach
- Genuine interest in working with young children
- Montessori experience welcome but not required
Pay and benefits
- Competitive pay
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
- Ongoing professional development, mentorship and career advancement opportunities
About the school
Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 100 schools across the United States and Asia serving children from 3 months to 6 years old.
Who this role suits
This role suits teachers with experience in early childhood education who are passionate about supporting young children's independence and development. The Spanish Immersion classroom means the assistant will work in an environment where Spanish is used alongside English throughout the day. Prior Montessori training is beneficial but not required, as the school provides full sponsorship for the Montessori diploma.
Questions to ask the school
What is the specific pay range? Will the part-time position come with a defined schedule and guaranteed minimum hours? Is there a start date or timeline for hiring? Does the school sponsor work authorisation for candidates who require it? Are there specific Spanish language proficiency requirements, and how is Spanish used throughout the classroom day? What is the typical contract length, and what are the conditions for transitioning from part-time to full-time hours?