Homeschooling/Nanny

Montessori Association Internationale; United States; On-site; USD 36,900 - 55,350; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking an experienced Montessori Guide for a summer micro-school program aimed at children aged 5-6. This role involves designing a genuine Montessori work cycle for a small cohort, preparing the environment with appropriate materials, and observing developmental needs. The position is open to flexible locations, and a competitive daily rate will be offered based on experience. Candidates should have a strong Montessori certification and experience in leading or co-leading a classroom.

Qualifications

• AMI or AMS certification required.
• Experience with Montessori classroom dynamics is essential.
• Ability to facilitate a genuine Montessori work cycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate a Montessori work cycle for 2–3 children.
• Prepare the environment with appropriate materials.
• Observe and follow children's developmental needs.

Skills

AMI or AMS primary or early elementary certification

Experience leading or co-leading a Montessori classroom

Deep understanding of the normalized work cycle

Comfort working independently with a small group

Warmth and respect for children's autonomy

Job description

Montessori Guide – Summer Micro-School July & August 2026 (Ages 5–6)

We're looking for an experienced, AMI- or AMS-trained Montessori guide to lead a high-fidelity summer program for 2–3 children, ages 5–6, in a prepared environment.

Dates & Hours

Session 1: July 5–31 | Session 2: August 1–21
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location

Flexible. We have homes in Santa Barbara/Ojai/Ventura and Marin County, CA. If you're based elsewhere and your location is a great place to spend the summer, we're open to coming to you.

The Role

You'll design and facilitate a genuine Montessori work cycle for a tiny cohort — not a watered-down camp, but a real classroom experience. This includes preparing the environment with appropriate materials across practical life, sensorial, language, math, and cultural areas; observing each child and following their developmental needs; and maintaining the unhurried, child-led rhythm that defines authentic Montessori practice. We'll cover all the costs of the materials.

What We're Looking For

• AMI or AMS primary or early elementary certification
• Experience leading or co-leading a Montessori classroom
• Deep understanding of the normalized work cycle and how to protect it
• Comfort working independently with a very small group
• Warmth, groundedness, and genuine respect for children's autonomy

Compensation

Happy to pay a very competitive daily rate, commensurate with experience. If we travel to your location, we handle our own housing and logistics.

To apply, send an introduction and your Montessori training background.