Upper Elementary Guide Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Upper Elementary Guide The Montessori School of Columbia Columbia, SC 29205 Job description The Montessori School of Columbia (MSC) is seeking an Upper Elementary Guide to join our community in the 2025-2026 school year, beginning July 1, 2025. This position is for a co-teacher or teaching assistant in our Upper Elementary Classroom. MSC is a dual-accredited, authentic Montessori independent school, serving children ages 3 – 12 years-old. The school is located on a beautiful three-acre campus in the Rosewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC. Our community is dedicated, supportive, and respectful, and we are excited to add a committed Montessorian to our team. Responsibilities This position is approximately 40 hours a week throughout the school year (August-May). School hours are between 7:15am and 3:30pm, M-F. The Upper Elementary Guide will be responsible for supporting the Elementary curriculum, participating in parent education and conferences, attending school engagements, and record/data management. Qualifications Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree at minimum and have previous experience in a Montessori Classroom (Elementary/ first through sixth grades preferred). Candidates must successfully complete background checks and provide all necessary documents for school employment. Candidates holding credentials through AMS or AMI will be prioritized. The ideal candidate will be organized and reliable while maintaining a collaborative work environment and excellent communication skills. Our Philosophy & Goals At MSC, we strive to develop the unique capabilities of each child. Guided by the work of Dr. Maria Montessori and informed by current research, our committed staff honors the natural curiosity of children. Our academically rigorous, self-paced curriculum allows children to work according to their own developmental levels. The Montessori method of instruction is based on the principle that children have a natural desire and talent for learning. The school strives to foster this by offering the Montessori materials that allow children to think creatively and follow their developmental needs, and these materials are utilized during three hour, uninterrupted blocks. Instruction is individualized within limits set by the Montessori guides and their learning environments. In multi-age classes, children discover the dignity of work as well as the importance of caring for themselves and others. Because we enroll families from a rich array of backgrounds and educate students about cultures around the globe, MSC students learn to be citizens of the world. Our goal is to foster a love of learning that will guide and sustain children throughout their lives. Mission Statement The Montessori School of Columbia offers an authentic Montessori education that challenges students academically and fosters each child’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth in order to prepare them to serve as responsible citizens of the greater community. Nondiscrimination Policy At MSC, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals. We recognize diversity at our school is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, creed, disability, national origin, ethnicity, age or any other basis protected by federal or state law. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our community, employees, and families. To apply, please submit an application on our webpage https://montessoricolumbia.com/apply-at-msc/

Job Type:

Full-time Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Columbia, SC 29205 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Columbia, SC 29205: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person