Primary Assistant Teacher

Bozeman Montessori is hiring for an Assistant Teacher in our Primary classroom at our Equestrian Lane campus. This position will be an integral member of our classroom team assisting our Lead and Assistant Guides. Montessori experience is a plus, and we also provide on-the-job training. We have classrooms serving infants (6 months to 18 months,) Pre-Primary (toddlers; 18 months to 3 years),  Primary (3 years to 6 years old) and Elementary (6 years to 9 years old) in our two campus locations.

Our Story: Bozeman Montessori is a place where the community comes together in support of children, to cultivate joyfully engaged individuals. Our seasoned, Montessori-trained teachers provide support as families navigate the complexities of the world in a safe, inspiring environment, intentionally designed for self-discovery and learning. Our flourishing community is grounded in the belief that everyone has value and a part to play in the world as unique as they are. Our science-based approach is responsive to the needs of individuals and supports the needs of human beings at every stage in life. In partnership, our time-tested method serves as a compass as families navigate their own journey. 

Mission Statement: Our mission is to work collaboratively with families using the principles of Dr. Montessori to support child development within a community of caregivers. We strive to support the children’s independence and development while fostering in them joyful lifelong learning. 

Our Core Values:  Community, Integrity, Growth Mindset, Beauty

This Job is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Consistent and reliable
• Loves small children and families and is willing to honor the needs of the whole child
• Adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances and environment
• Strong intrapersonal skills

Candidate must:

• Provide resume, three references, any diplomas, and transcripts for highest level of education
• Satisfy licensing requirements, including copies of immunization records
• Be current in adult/child CPR-First Aid Training (or become so within one month of hire)
• Be willing to become current in Montana-required health and safety trainings (within one month of hire)
• Pass background checks as required by licensing at the time of hire
• Physical ability to bend over, lift up to 40 pounds
• Extended periods of time sitting on the floor

Preferred Education:

• Current Enrollment or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant College Program
• Experience with early childhood care and education 
• Montessori credential in early childhood is exceptional, but not required
• Willingness to pursue MACTE three to six training within one year is ideal

Ideal Candidate Has Capacity For:

• Warmth, energy, and enthusiasm for working with young children with kindness, consistency, and calm

• Meticulous preparation and maintenance of the environment, inside the classroom and outside in our play spaces and garden areas

• Honoring our shared Montessori values of  community, lifelong learning, compassion, integrity, as well as an appreciation for diversity
• A commitment to protecting the physical and emotional safety of all children as a prerequisite for learning
• Demonstrating strong, positive, solution-oriented communication skills
• Ability to accept feedback gracefully 
• Showing sensitivity and respect for confidentiality on behalf of all members of our community

Job Type: Full-time, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm position, 35-40 hours per week, year-round with planned spring, summer and winter breaks

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Paid Earned Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Additional paid time off for full time employees and more.
• Short Term Disability Policy, company paid
• Simple Plan IRA Retirement with 3% company match
• Tuition discount available to child of employees who are enrolled in our programs.
• Paid professional development for required trainings and Montessori teacher education sponsorships available.
• Food program lunches for all employees

Find Us!

Center website: www.bozemanmontessori.com

Facebook page: @bozemanmontessori

Instagram: @bozemontessori

Bozeman Montessori does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin in admission or hiring policies.