Assistant Montessori Infant & Toddler Teachers (12 weeks - 36 months)

Xplor Education; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery is seeking full-time Classroom Assistants to support infant and toddler communities in a Montessori setting, under the direction of the Lead Guide. The role is Monday–Friday with start times 8:00am–9:30am and end times 5:00pm–6:30pm.

Montessori experience is welcome but not required, with training provided. We welcome educators who appreciate the Montessori method and enjoy working with young children.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 college-level Early Childhood Education credits, with 3 in infant/toddler care and development.
• Be warm, joyful, and professional with children.
• Willing to obtain CPR and first aid certification before starting employment.
• TB test negative within the last 12 months or willing to take a TB test with negative results before first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support infants/toddlers in a Montessori environment under the Lead Guide.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, and developmentally appropriate activities.

Skills

Warmth & professionalism

Enjoy working with children

Multilingual (optional)

Education

12 college-level ECE credits (3 infant/toddler)

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

Join Discovery, a vibrant, high-quality Montessori community for children aged 12 weeks to 6 years.

The Opportunity.

We are conducting a search for full-time Classroom Assistants to support one of our infant or toddler communities (ages 6 weeks - 3 years). Under the direction of the Lead Guide, you will help children fulfill their developmental potential in an authentically prepared, inspiring Montessori environment. This position is Monday - Friday with start times ranging from 8:00am - 9:30am and end times ranging from 5:00pm - 6:30pm.

Montessori experience is not required, but we welcome educators with an appreciation for and openness to learning more about the method. We provide training and resources to our new staff members.

About Discovery

. Discovery is a collaboration between Xplor Education and a leading Southern California aerospace company. Joining Discovery means you will become part of a one-of-a-kind school community (one of the largest authentic Montessori schools in Southern California), guiding children to become capable and independent learners. We value collaboration, creativity, and attention to detail.

About Xplor Education

. Xplor Education partners with America’s most innovative companies to provide distinctive Montessori early childhood education that leads to more capable individuals, happier families, healthier organizations, and stronger communities.

Minimum Requirements.

• Have earned at least 12 college-level early childhood education credits (at least 3 of the 12 credits must be in infant/toddler care and development)
• Enjoy working with young children
• Are warm, joyful, and professional
• Have valid CPR and first aid certification (or willingness to become CPR and first aid-certified before you begin employment)
• Have negative TB test results within the last 12 months (or willingness to take a TB test which show negative results before your first day of employment)
• Are a US citizen or green card holder

We are especially interested in candidates who:

• Have experience working in high-quality preschools, particularly authentic Montessori preschools
• Speak other languages
• Have interests that you enjoy sharing with children such as music, art, science, gardening, and movement

Thank you for considering this opportunity!