Toddler or Primary Lead Guide

North American Montessori Teachers' Association (NAMTA); Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

Montessori West is seeking a full time AMI or AMS trained guide at the Toddler and Primary levels for the coming 2026-2027 school year. With seven locations in the San Francisco, East Bay Area, the school cares for more than 500 students from toddler through Elementary.

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of faculty dedicated to authentic Montessori pedagogy. Montessori West offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit program and a chance to be part of a caring and

Qualifications

• AMI or AMS Montessori Certificate from a recognized training program.
• Ideally a minimum of 1 year working as a guide, but not required.
• Must submit to LiveScan fingerprint testing through the Department of Justice.

Skills

Montessori pedagogy

Collaboration across locations

Toddler/Primary guidance

Professional relationships

Education

AMI or AMS Montessori Certificate

Job description

Montessori West is seeking a full time AMI or AMS trained guide at the Toddler and Primary levels for the coming 2026-2027 school year. With seven locations in the San Francisco, East Bay Area, the school cares for more than 500 students from toddler through Elementary. This position is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of faculty dedicated to authentic Montessori pedagogy.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A committed, deep understanding and passion for authentic Montessori pedagogy and practice
• The ability to collaborate with an existing Montessori community (including all 7 locations), while maintaining an identity of his/her own
• Confidence and experience in the lessons and extensions required in a Toddler or Primary environment
• Experience in creating and maintaining professional relationships with students, parents, faculty and administration

Minimum Requirements for the Position:

• Must have an AMI or AMS Montessori Certificate from a recognized training program
• Ideally a minimum of 1 year working as a guide preferred, but not required
• Must submit to LiveScan fingerprint testing though Department of Justice

Montessori School of Fremont offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit program and a chance to be part of a caring and supportive Montessori community.

If you are currently in a training program, please feel free to reach out and we can discuss alternative employment positions.