Casa Guide for September 2025

Montessori Teachers College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bright classrooms with Montessori materials

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Significant tuition discounts for staff children

Job summary

Montessori Teachers College is looking for a Montessori Casa Guide to deliver high‑fidelity Montessori education in Toronto. Candidates should possess an accredited Primary 3-6 training and a passion for child development.

The role involves creating a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 18 months to 12 years. Montessori Teachers College offers a competitive salary and benefits, ongoing professional development, and a supportive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Casa classroom is an asset.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain.
• Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Search within past 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Implement high‑fidelity Montessori education.
• Establish child‑centered classrooms for independence.
• Ensure safe environments for students and parents.
• Maintain effective communication with parents.

Skills

Montessori principles

Interpersonal skills

Child development

Education

Accredited Primary 3‑6 training

Job description

Job Category: Maria Montessori School

Job Type: Full Time Part Time

Job Location: Ontario Toronto

Maria Montessori School is located in the beautiful Leaside neighborhood of Midtown Toronto, Ontario. We have been providing high‑fidelity Montessori education to children aged 18 months to 12 years for 50 wonderful years. At MMS we foster a close‑knit, family‑friendly community for our students, parents and staff.

Maria Montessori School is looking for a Montessori Casa Guide who has the knowledge and skills necessary to implement AMI Montessori principles to join our incredible staff. The person we are looking for will not only have a deep, abiding interest in Montessori and child development, but also have strong interpersonal skills, a love of learning, and be a team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues.

Duties And Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Implementing and delivering high‑fidelity Montessori education
• Establishing a child‑centered classroom that encourages children to be independent and to respect themselves and others
• Fostering a feeling of joy and discovery
• Ensuring a safe and caring environment for students and their parents
• Reporting and record keeping that ensures that the Principal and parents are kept abreast of the challenges, successes and competencies of each child
• Having effective communication skills, and actively and positively interacting with parents in both formal and informal settings

Qualifications And Requirements

• Accredited Primary 3‑6 training
• Experience in a Casa classroom is an asset
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain
• Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Search within past 6 months

What MMS Can Offer You

• Bright, beautiful classrooms, each with a full set of Montessori material in which to work alongside an experienced and devoted assistant
• An amazing midtown location close to beautiful green spaces, public transit and other amenities for you and your students
• Ongoing professional development opportunities fully funded by the school

Competitive salary and benefits package, including significant tuition discounts for staff children

A collaborative, supportive, inclusive work environment

And so much more…

• Maria Montessori School is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which everyone’s human rights are respected. It does not discriminate or permit any discrimination on grounds of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability.
• If you think this position is right for you, please email a cover letter and CV to Alanah Dickson at [e-mail] with “Casa Guide” in the subject line. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Start Date: As soon as possible (September 2025)