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Cottage School is a public Montessori school in the San Juan Unified School District in Sacramento. A Title I school with over 500 students, Cottage is made up of 4 Early Childhood classes, 10 Lower Elementary, and 6 Upper Elementary classes. Lower El cap is 26.5 students and each classroom is assigned a 6 hour assistant. Over 55% of the student body is multi-lingual with the majority of those students being Middle Eastern. The school is Montessori Verified by AMS and is working towards full certification. All classroom teachers hold appropriate Montessori credentials or are actively pursuing credential via local Montessori Training Center.

Note: Early Childhood teachers are 1/2 day leads and support the partner teacher the other half of the day. Each teacher has 2 assistants assigned to maintain a ratio of 8 students for each adult.

expires 7.27.25

Join Our Montessori Family: Primary Guide Position at Three Tree Montessori School (Starting August 2025)

Three Tree Montessori School is seeking a dedicated and passionate AMI-trained Primary Guide to join our thriving community beginning in August 2025. Whether you're looking for a place to put down roots and grow long-term or are seeking a meaningful one-year opportunity, we’d love to connect with you.

You’ll become part of a vibrant team of experienced and supportive Primary Guides, all of whom are deeply committed to offering children an authentic, enriching Montessori experience. This is more than just a workplace—it’s a place where your work is valued, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

Why Three Tree?
Nestled just 15 minutes south of downtown Seattle, our school is located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest and serves children from Toddler through Upper Elementary in a thoughtfully prepared, AMI-recognized environment. Our bright, spacious classrooms extend into outdoor learning areas, and visitors often comment on the welcoming, peaceful energy that fills our school.

We offer:

• A collaborative team culture built on trust, mutual respect, and shared purpose

• Fully equipped learning environments and a leadership team that truly supports your practice

• A community of educators who are inspired, dedicated, and ready to welcome you

What We’re Looking For:

• AMI Montessori Primary diploma (or in the process of completing)

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• A heart for working with children and a commitment to the Montessori philosophy

• A desire to contribute to a positive, team-oriented school culture

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $55,500–$70,000

• Healthcare benefits include medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability

• Retirement plan

• Paid Time Off (10 days annually)

This position is ideal for educators seeking a long-term home in Montessori, as well as those looking for a one-year experience in a supportive, mission-driven school.

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to Nicole Cook, Head of School, at employment@threetree.org.

Come grow with us—we’d love to meet you.

expires 7.23.25

Pacific Crest School is seeking a dedicated and collaborative individual to join our Primary Teaching Team as the Outdoor Courtyard Teacher. This role is ideal for an AMI-trained Montessorian who is passionate about supporting children’s development in nature through guided discovery.

Main Responsibilities
Prepare the Outdoor Courtyard Environment – Create, prepare and maintain the courtyard—including gardens, gross motor area, and outdoor work shelves—with Montessori materials and activities that reflect the Human Tendencies and align with the Sensitive Periods.

Deliver Presentations – Offer well-timed, engaging presentations that encourage independent learning through exploration and a sense of discovery.

Lead and Supervise the Courtyard Assistant – Provide clear guidance and leadership to the assistant supporting the outdoor environment.

Observe and Reflect – Carefully observe children’s engagement and development in the outdoor space to inform your practice.

Collaborate with Colleagues – Share observations and insights about the children’s work in the courtyard with classroom teachers to support each child’s growth across environments.

Position Requirements

• AMI Primary Diploma (required)

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

• Ability to walk up and down a flight of stairs and to lift up to 40 pounds

• Successful completion of a background check

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and families

• Comfort and ability to work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions during the academic year

Why Join Pacific Crest?

• Supportive and experienced staff

• A joyful, respectful learning environment

• Opportunities for professional growth

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00- 3:30. (August 25, 2025 – June 12, 2026)

Job Type: Full-time, Academic Year

Location: Onsite

How to Apply
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to: LeAnne Mattingley, Primary Program Coordinator, Email: employment@pacificcrest.org: Subject: Primary Courtyard Guide

expires 7.23.25

Montessori in the Pines (MITP) is a small, community oriented Montessori preschool and kindergarten program located in the heart of Bend, Oregon. The school has low student to teacher ratios and a wonderfully supportive community. The program combines authentic Montessori practice with a farm-school approach to foster independence and sustainable leadership through a hands-on learning environment. MITP also aims to uphold a culturally responsive and anti-racist approach to education.

MITP is looking for a warm, lively, and responsible lead teacher to join the team. A preferred candidate is AMI or AMS trained and anchors their practice in Montessori principles. The ideal candidate will be kind, empathetic, and personable. They will be dedicated to crafting a beautiful, well-ordered, and detail driven Montessori environment based on the developmental needs of the individual children in their care.

Montessori in the Pines believes in the importance of community and expects lead guides to work in partnership with families and staff for the benefit of the children. Guides and assistants shall work as partners who bring their unique strengths to the work environment. The expectation is that lead guides will take on an important mentorship role to aid assistants in developing their understanding of Montessori pedagogy while allowing them to share their talents and interests with the students.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include healthcare and professional learning stipends, paid holidays and sick days, and employee tuition discounts. The position includes 5 weeks of paid vacation built into the school calendar. This is a full-time salaried position (40+ hours per week).

Feel free to check out the website www.montessoriinthepines.com to learn more about the program.

• Job Type: Full-time

• Salary: $46-65k annually DOE

• Expected hours: 40+ hours per week (depending on needs)

• Benefits: Employee discount, professional development assistance, health care stipend, paid sick leave, Oregon Saves IRA and 5 weeks paid vacation.

• School type: A private Montessori school for ages 2.5-6 years old.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree and AMI/AMS Montessori certification

• Experience: At least 1 year in childcare (Required)

Please send a cover letter and resume to: admin@montessoriinthepines.com

expires 8.17.25

SunGarden Montessori Children's House is seeking a Primary Lead Guide.

Classification: Full-time, exempt, benefits
Hours: 40 hrs/week, Monday-Friday
Location: Onsite
Annual Salary: $50,000 - $55,000/ yr, DOE
Reports to: Head of School

Position Summary:
The Primary Guide is responsible for preparing and maintaining a beautiful, orderly Montessori environment that supports the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of children ages 3 to 6. The Guide fosters independence, concentration, and a love of learning by presenting lessons and offering individualized support in accordance with Montessori principles.

Primary Job Functions:

Teaching and Child Guidance

• Deliver lessons in practical life, sensorial, language, and mathematics, and enrich the curriculum with cultural presentations and discussions.

• Observe each child’s progress and follow up with tailored lessons and support to meet their developmental needs.

• Maintain a peaceful, respectful classroom environment where children feel physically and emotionally secure and can work independently without unnecessary disruption.

• Ensure materials and furnishings are clean, in stock, and developmentally appropriate; guide children in maintaining the space's order

Planning and Record Keeping

• Devote approximately two weeks before the school year and a few days after school ends to preparing, organizing the environment, and collaborating with colleagues.

• Maintain accurate records of lessons presented, observations, and each child’s progress; submit reports to the administrator as scheduled or requested.

• Provide biannual written progress reports and conduct parent conferences twice per year.

• Maintain regular communication with parents about their child’s development and submit email and newsletter updates as requested.

Collaboration and Supervision

• Supervise and guide the classroom assistant to ensure consistency with Montessori principles and optimal support for the children.

• Meet 1:1 with the assistant regularly to prepare, plan, and provide feedback and guidance.

• Meet 1:1 with the Head of School regularly.

• Participate actively in team collaboration, sharing observations, questions, and insights with colleagues and the administrator.

• Communicate classroom needs and any concerns about children, families, or staff to the administrator in a timely and professional manner.

Community Engagement and Professional Development

• Attend all staff meetings and in-service days; attend board meetings as requested.

• Attend school events, including parent education evenings and community gatherings.

• Observe in at least two other classrooms (internally or externally) each year to support ongoing growth and alignment.

• Professional Development: Complete a minimum of 15 hours of documented training each school year. 8 hours in Child Development (CD) and 1 hour in Health, Safety, and Nutrition (HSN). All staff members must submit documentation to Oregon Registry Online.

Health & Safety

• Ensure children are supervised at all times.

• Respond promptly to accidents or injuries, including timely completion of written reports and immediate parent notification.

• Bear responsibility for the physical and emotional well-being of all children under your care.

• Interpret the education program, the philosophy, policies and procedures of the school to parents and other interested persons in a professional manner.

• Abide by the policies of SunGarden Montessori Children’s House and conduct yourself in a professional manner. Adhere to AMI guidelines and standards for the purpose of maintaining the quality and excellence of the Montessori experience for the children.

• Serve as a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect (1-855-503-7233).

Qualifications:

• Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

• Certification from AMI (preferred), AMS, or another MACTE-accredited Montessori program.

• Prior experience in a Montessori environment and with children ages 3-6.

• Knowledge of child development and an understanding of the needs of children ages 3 to 6.

• Excellent communication, organizational and prioritization skills; ability to manage unpredictable workflow and flexibility to respond thoughtfully and in a timely manner.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a small school community.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand verbal and written English.

• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Pass a criminal background check.

• Preferred, but not required: Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Certifications and Compliance:

Within 30 days of hire must complete -

• Enrollment in the Central Background Registry (CBR)

• Food Handler Certification

• Pediatric and Adult CPR/First Aid and EpiPen training

• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN)

• Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety (INCCHS)

• Foundations for Learning (FFL)

Work Environment:

• Indoor/outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions.

• Normal noise levels range from quiet to loud during typical activities.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently move between standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, and crawling.

• Must be able to quickly move to or with a child as needed.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift children up to 75 pounds for safety and care.

• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision necessary for supervision and safety.

Benefits:

• 8 days of paid time off (PTO).

• 13 paid holidays.

• Health insurance (available after 60 days of employment).

• Enrollment in the Employee Assistance Program, optional.

• Oregon Saves retirement account, optional.

• A 50% tuition discount for employee’s children enrolled at SunGarden.

How to Apply:
Please submit a resume and cover letter (1-page max) addressed to Regina Feldman, Head of School, at employment@sungardenmontessori.org with the subject line [Last Name, Primary Lead Guide Job Application]. The cover letter should include why you are interested in working at SunGarden and how your skills and experience have prepared you for this position. SunGarden will request three professional references for the final candidate. Position open until filled.

SunGarden Montessori is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

expires 7.12.25

Primary Montessori Guide June 2025

Montessori Children’s House is seeking a Primary trained Guide (AMI preferred) to take over an established classroom of 26 students, with two wonderful classroom assistants.

Important information for applicants:
Hours for this position are 7:30-3:30, M-F, + school meetings and events (all prescheduled). Our school year is 12 months long with breaks (see below under Benefits for more information). Start date is August, but ideally as early as June.

Requirements include:

• Primary Montessori Training Certification (AMI or AMS)

• Previous Montessori classroom experience

• Active enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry,

• Current Infant/Child CPR & First-Aid training,

• Oregon Food Handler’s Certificate,

• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) training,

• Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety (ICCHS) training,

• Prevention is Better Than Treatment (PBTT) training

• Foundations for Learning (FFL) training

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A true love for all children and all aspects teaching

• Strong leadership skills

• Good organizational and time management skills

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong presentation and public speaking skills

• Love of cleanliness and order and willingness to work alongside all other staff in classroom and all school maintenance

• A commitment to active engagement within our Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist school community

• Compassion and warmth towards others

• Willingness to partner with families

• Versatility and flexibility

• A spirit of collaboration and a strong desire to participate fully within the school community

At Montessori Children’s House we believe in the importance of community and expect Guides to work in partnership with families and staff for the benefit of the children. Guides and assistants shall work as partners who bring their unique strengths to the work environment. The expectation is that Guides will take on an important mentorship role to aid assistants in developing their understanding of Montessori pedagogy whilst allowing them to share their talents and interests with the students.

Compensation:

• Starting salary is regionally competitive, starting at an annual rate of $55k.

Benefits Include:

• Annual Professional Development Stipend

• 100% Medical/Vision Insurance

• 100% Dental Insurance

• 50% Staff Tuition Discount

• 50% Parking Pass (as needed)

• OregonSaves IRA

• Annual PTO (sick and personal time off)

• Paid Inclement Weather Days

• 5 weeks of vacation annually: Winter, Spring, and Summer (unpaid)

• (Optional for Guides) – 3 extra consecutive weeks vacation during each Summer Term (unpaid)

MCH is a Certified Child Care Center with the Oregon DELC (Department of Early Learning and Care). As such we strictly follow and comply with their current guidance and policies.

MCH is a non-profit school located on Portland’s South Waterfront and is easily accessed by bike and public transportation. Our program is rooted in AMI standards and is composed of encouraging, passionate, and hardworking professionals specializing in authentic Montessori early childhood education. We aim for each child to express comfort and joy with human diversity, to increasingly recognize injustice, and to have the will and the skills to act against prejudice. To learn more about our school, please peruse all pages of our website (mch-pdx.org) to get to know us. Video tours are available on our website.

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application to our website (https://mch-pdx.org/about/job-opportunities/).

MCH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, physical or mental ability, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws in the admission of otherwise qualified students or in the administration of its educational policies or programs, hiring or employment practices.

expires 7.10.25