Spanish Assistant Teacher
Location & commute
- School campus
- Guidepost Montessori
- Neighbourhood
- Williamsburg, Brooklyn
- Campus vibe
- Montessori-based community valuing independence, curiosity and collaborative practice
- Local time
- 09:47 UTC−4
About the role
Role summary
Guidepost Montessori seeks a Spanish Assistant Teacher for its Toddler Spanish Immersion classroom in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The role involves supporting children aged 2–2.9 in a mixed-age Montessori environment, helping them develop independence, confidence and a love of learning through carefully prepared classroom spaces and individualized activities.
The work
- Observe children to understand and respond to their individual developmental needs
- Prepare and maintain an organized, intentional classroom learning environment
- Support individual and small-group Montessori activities
- Build respectful relationships with children and families
- Collaborate with Lead Guides and team members to strengthen classroom community
Requirements
- Experience working with children aged 0–3 in a school or childcare setting
- Positive, adaptable and collaborative approach
- Genuine interest in working with young children
- Preferred: prior Montessori experience
Pay and benefits
- $21–24 per hour
- 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 operates over 80 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old.
Who this role suits
This role suits teachers with experience in early childhood settings who have a genuine passion for working with toddlers and are eager to develop their Montessori practice. The position requires Spanish fluency to support instruction in a Spanish immersion classroom; candidates should be comfortable working as part of a teaching team under a Lead Guide's direction.
Questions to ask the school
What is the full-time or part-time nature of this position and what are the weekly hours? When is the start date? Is this a permanent role or a fixed-term contract? Does the school sponsor work visas for international candidates? What is the typical classroom schedule and student-to-teacher ratio? Are there opportunities to progress from Assistant Teacher to Lead Guide roles?