Montessori Spark Studio Guide: Inspire Curious Learners

Topsailchamber; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Acton Academy Topsail in Holly Ridge, NC, seeks a Montessori Guide to lead its Spark Studio, catering to ages 4–7. The guide will oversee a studio of up to 20 learners, creating a joyful, purposeful environment where children discover the thrill of learning for themselves.

Responsibilities include preparing the studio, employing Socratic questioning, launching quests, guiding self-governance, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Experience guiding young children in Montessori or similar settings.
• Experience implementing learner-driven education approaches.
• Passion for the Hero's Journey and lifelong learning.
• Strong written and oral communication with parents and staff.
• Ability to thrive in a startup environment and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the studio environment with Montessori materials and play spaces to set learners up for success.
• Practice the Socratic method to guide learners toward answers independently.
• Launch project-based learning activities to spark curiosity and discovery.
• Guide learners in self-governance, goal-setting, and progress tracking.
• Help learners build portfolios of their work and document growth.
• Model lifelong learning and peaceful, respectful classroom culture.
• Manage administrative tasks such as coordinating guests, field trips, and updates for parents/blog.

Skills

Montessori guidance

Guiding young children

Hero's Journey mindset

Growth mindset

Communication skills

Self-regulation & conflict resolution

Google Education tools

Independent learner

Reading enthusiast

Education

Montessori certification/training preferred

Tools

Montessori materials

Curriculum planning tools

Job description

Acton Academy Topsail in Holly Ridge, NC, seeks a Montessori Guide to lead its Spark Studio, catering to ages 4–7. The guide will oversee a studio of up to 20 learners, creating a joyful, purposeful environment where children discover the thrill of learning for themselves.

Responsibilities include preparing the studio, employing Socratic questioning, launching quests, guiding self-governance, and documenting progress.