Lead Montessori Guide (Primary)

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aya Montessori in Sterling, VA is seeking a Lead Guide for our upcoming Primary classroom. This role invites you to shape brand-new spaces that nurture peaceful, curious children in a bilingual, faith-enriched community.

You will guide authentic Montessori practice with a calm, nurturing presence, manage classrooms effectively, and foster environmental stewardship in collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Montessori Diploma (Primary) or current enrollment in a Montessori training program.
• Calm, nurturing presence with strong classroom management.
• Deep understanding and love for authentic Montessori principles.
• Open, respectful mindset to thrive in a bilingual, faith-enriched community.

Skills

Classroom management

Nurturing demeanor

Montessori philosophy

Bilingual environment

Education

Montessori Diploma (Primary)

Current enrollment in Montessori training program

Job description

Job Description:As our community in Sterling continues to blossom, Aya Montessori is expanding our teaching team. We are an established, close-knit school deeply committed to authentic Montessori philosophy, serving children from birth to age 6.
Our facility was intentionally built from the ground up with the child—and the guide—in mind. You will have the unique opportunity to step into a beautiful, brand-new classroom and truly shape the environment from day one. Fully equipped with high-quality materials, your classroom connects directly to an expansive nature playground designed to foster gross motor movement and environmental stewardship. Unique to our school, our authentic Montessori environments are enriched with Arabic language learning and spiritual development through Islamic education.
We are currently seeking a Lead Guide for our upcoming Primary classroom who is passionate about building peaceful, nurturing environments from the ground up.

Requirements:

• Montessori Diploma (Primary) or current enrollment in a Montessori training program.
• A calm, nurturing presence and strong classroom management skills.
• A deep understanding of and love for authentic Montessori principles.
• An open, respectful mindset, ready to thrive in a bilingual, faith-enriched community.

If you are looking to build a space where authentic Montessori practice and spiritual values grow together, we invite you to apply.