Lead Primary Guide: Spanish-Immersion Montessori

American Montessori Society Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Clermont Montessori Bilingual Academy is seeking a warm, Montessori-trained Lead Primary Guide for its Spanish immersion program serving ages 3–6. The candidate will uphold authentic Montessori principles and foster bilingual education within a nurturing, culturally diverse classroom.

The role emphasizes hands-on lessons, daily Spanish integration, detailed observation of child development, and strong home-family communication, with a collaborative, growth-oriented learning community.

Qualifications

• Montessori Early Childhood (3–6) credential from AMS, AMI, or MACTE-accredited program.
• Strong understanding of Montessori philosophy and early childhood development.
• Experience with preschool and kindergarten children.
• Commitment to authentic Spanish immersion education.
• Appreciation for bilingual education and second-language acquisition.
• Strong classroom leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet Florida background screening and employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed-age Montessori Primary classroom serving children ages 3–6.
• Prepare and maintain an orderly, developmentally appropriate Montessori environment.
• Present individualized lessons in Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Studies.
• Support the school's Spanish immersion program in daily routines.
• Encourage second-language acquisition through conversation, songs, and stories.
• Collaborate with bilingual staff to create a consistent immersion environment.
• Foster independence, concentration, coordination, order, and self-confidence.
• Observe children and maintain developmental and academic records.
• Individualize lessons according to readiness and development.
• Maintain positive communication with families and participate in conferences.
• Engage in school events and professional development.
• Uphold commitment to authentic Montessori education and cultural diversity.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Montessori Early Childhood (3–6) credential

Job description

Clermont Montessori Bilingual Academy is seeking a warm, Montessori-trained Lead Primary Guide for its Spanish immersion program serving ages 3–6. The candidate will uphold authentic Montessori principles and foster bilingual education within a nurturing, culturally diverse classroom.

The role emphasizes hands-on lessons, daily Spanish integration, detailed observation of child development, and strong home-family communication, with a collaborative, growth-oriented learning community.