Spanish Speaking Assistant Montessori Teacher
Location & commute
- School campus
- Guidepost Montessori
- Neighbourhood
- Plum Canyon
- Campus vibe
- Supportive, purpose-driven Montessori environment valuing collaboration
- Local time
- 06:45 UTC−7
About the role
Role summary
Guidepost Montessori seeks a Spanish-speaking assistant teacher for its toddler classroom (ages 0–3) at the Plum Canyon campus. The role involves supporting children's independence and confidence in a mixed-age Montessori environment through observation, activity facilitation, and classroom preparation.
The work
- Observe children to understand and respond to their individual development needs
- Prepare and maintain an orderly, intentional classroom environment
- Support individual and small-group learning activities within the Montessori approach
- Build respectful relationships with children and families
- Collaborate with lead guides and team members to strengthen classroom community
Requirements
- Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a school or childcare setting
- Positive, adaptable and collaborative mindset
- Genuine interest in working with young children
- Spanish language fluency (Required)
- Prior Montessori experience is Preferred but not required
- Interest in learning the Montessori approach
Pay and benefits
- Competitive pay plus $1,000 signing bonus
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Ongoing professional development, mentorship and career advancement opportunities
About the school
Guidepost Montessori operates over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old.
Who this role suits
The role suits teachers fluent in Spanish who have worked with infants and toddlers and are drawn to the Montessori philosophy of child-led learning. Candidates should be adaptable, collaborative and genuinely passionate about supporting young children's independence and emotional development, though prior Montessori training is not essential.
Questions to ask the school
What is the pay rate and pay period? Is this position full-time or part-time? When is the intended start date? Is a work visa or sponsorship available for international candidates? What is the typical schedule, including hours and days per week? What support or mentorship is provided during the initial Montessori training period?