Montessori Assistant Teacher

Learning Care Group; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant Montessori community where you can make a lasting impact on children's lives! As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside dedicated educators to provide engaging learning experiences and nurture young minds. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while embracing the Montessori Method. With a focus on collaboration and continuous learning, you'll help shape the future of our students. Be part of a passionate team that values your contributions and supports your professional development, all while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health and Wellness Benefits

Retirement Plans

401(k) Match

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed child care center or Montessori school.
• Completed high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support the Montessori Guide in providing care and learning experiences.
• Facilitate interactive learning in an authentic Montessori classroom.

Skills

Child Care Experience

Montessori Method Understanding

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Our Montessori school has been proudly serving our community for many years. With trained, dedicated educators (some with decades of experience), we provide an authentic Montessori experience in an early education setting. With mixed-age classrooms and carefully curated Montessori materials, we embrace the authentic Montessori Method, guiding young learners toward becoming innovative thinkers, good citizens, and capable leaders.

Classroom Community

Every classroom is a community with a team of educators collaborating to provide an authentic experience to the children. The Assistant Teacher supports the Montessori Guide or Lead Teacher in all classroom areas.

As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll:

1. Always caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child.
2. Always inspiring! Work with a Montessori Guide or Lead Teacher to facilitate fun and interactive learning experiences in an authentic Montessori classroom.
3. Always engaged! Develop your ability to observe, assess, and plan activities for children, as well as communicate effectively with families under the guidance of your lead teacher/guide.
4. Always learning! Complete extensive training that provides insight into child care and development topics.

Qualifications

We seek joyful, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:

• Experience in a licensed child care center, Montessori school, or related field.
• Completed a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Met state requirements for education; additional school requirements may apply.
• Montessori training, certification, or experience is preferred.

About Us

Your neighborhood Montessori school is supported by Montessori Unlimited, a nationwide network of authentic Montessori schools. As part of Learning Care Group—a community of inspired, bold, dedicated individuals—we invite you to be a difference maker. Our environment is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative.

Are you ready to make a positive, lasting impact on children? Join Montessori Unlimited, where our greatest asset is our people. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and retirement plans including a new 401(k) match. We value your talent, recognize your potential, and support your growth to help you become an inspiring, innovative force for children’s futures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status under law.