SpanishSpeaking Assistant Primary Teacher

PARK EAST ACADEMY INC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Schools Montessori is seeking a caring Spanish-speaking Assistant Primary Teacher for our Montessori Primary classroom. The role supports the Lead Teacher to foster independence, confidence, and a love for learning in young children.

Ideal candidates enjoy teamwork, value Spanish exposure throughout the day, and are patient, kind, and dependable. Previous Montessori exposure is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Fluent or conversational Spanish required.
• Experience with children in school/childcare setting preferred.
• Montessori experience is a plus but not required.
• Patient, kind, dependable, and passionate about working with young children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions while taking initiative.
• Organized, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Comfortable supporting a busy classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities, lessons, and routines.
• Support children’s learning, independence, social skills, and emotional development.
• Communicate with children using Spanish through daily conversations, songs, activities, and classroom interactions.
• Help create a warm, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, transitions, and rest periods.
• Assist with classroom preparation, organization, and maintaining a clean learning environment.
• Observe and support each child’s individual needs.
• Help prepare classroom materials and activities.
• Encourage positive behavior using respectful guidance techniques.
• Maintain open and professional communication with teachers, staff, and families.
• Follow school policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time Program Level: Primary Classroom

About the Role

Park Schools Montessori is looking for a caring, patient, and dedicated Spanish-Speaking Assistant Primary Teacher to join our Primary classroom team. The ideal candidate will support the Lead Teacher in creating a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment while helping children develop independence, confidence, and a love for learning.

We are seeking someone who enjoys working with young children, values teamwork, and can incorporate Spanish language exposure naturally throughout the classroom day.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities, lessons, and routines
• Support children’s learning, independence, social skills, and emotional development
• Communicate with children using Spanish through daily conversations, songs, activities, and classroom interactions
• Help create a warm, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment
• Supervise students during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, transitions, and rest periods
• Assist with classroom preparation, organization, and maintaining a clean learning environment
• Observe and support each child’s individual needs
• Help prepare classroom materials and activities
• Encourage positive behavior using respectful guidance techniques
• Maintain open and professional communication with teachers, staff, and families
• Follow school policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

Qualifications

• Ability to speak Spanish fluently or conversationally required
• Previous experience working with children in a school, childcare, or educational setting preferred
• Experience in a Montessori environment is a plus but not required
• Patient, kind, dependable, and passionate about working with young children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions while also taking initiative
• Organized, responsible, and willing to learn
• Comfortable supporting a busy classroom environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience as an Assistant Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Childcare Assistant, or similar role
• Knowledge of early childhood development
• Bilingual communication skills (English and Spanish)
• Creativity in bringing Spanish language learning into everyday activities

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who brings positivity, kindness, and enthusiasm into the classroom. The right candidate will help create a supportive environment where children feel safe, respected, and excited to learn.

If you love working with children and enjoy sharing the Spanish language with young learners, we would love to meet you!