Upper Elementary Guide

North American Montessori Teachers' Association (NAMTA); Upland (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Montessori Academy of Upland invites an Upper Elementary Montessori Guide to join our peaceful school community for the 2026-2027 year. You will guide students through the rich Montessori curriculum, support independent learning, and foster curiosity within a prepared, collaborative classroom.

Ideal candidates hold a Montessori Elementary Credential (MACTE-accredited), with experience in Montessori settings and strong classroom management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in Montessori elementary education or equivalent certification.
• Experience guiding elementary-aged children in a Montessori setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a Montessori classroom environment.
• Plan and present lessons across the Upper Elementary curriculum.
• Support individualized student progress and academic development.
• Encourage independence, responsibility, and respectful classroom community.
• Observe, document, and assess student growth.
• Communicate professionally with parents, administration, and staff.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Montessori Elementary Credential (MACTE-accredited)

Job description

Montessori Academy of Upland is seeking a dedicated, organized, and passionate Upper Elementary Montessori Guide to join our school community for the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking for an educator who understands and values the Montessori philosophy and is committed to supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally in a peaceful and respectful learning environment.

The Upper Elementary Teacher will guide students through a rich Montessori curriculum, support independent learning, foster responsibility and curiosity, and maintain a prepared classroom environment that encourages concentration, collaboration, and growth.

The Upper Elementary Montessori Guide will be responsible for:

Preparing and maintaining a Montessori classroom environment

Planning and presenting lessons across the Upper Elementary curriculum

Supporting individualized student progress and academic development

Encouraging independence, responsibility, and respectful classroom community

Observing, documenting, and assessing student growth

Communicating professionally with parents, administration, and staff

Supporting school policies, procedures, and Montessori philosophy

Creating a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment

Participating in school events, meetings, and professional development as needed

Qualified candidates should have:

Montessori Elementary Credential from a MACTE-accredited program

Experience working with elementary-aged children in a Montessori setting

Strong classroom management and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with administration, staff, students, and families

Commitment to Montessori philosophy and child-centered education

Candidates must have or be willing to obtain:

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Montessori Academy of Upland is a peaceful and supportive Montessori school community serving children from infancy through elementary since 2007. Our mission is to inspire a lifelong love of learning while helping each child develop independence, confidence, compassion, and responsibility.