A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.
Montessori Assistant Guide — Maternity Leave Substitute Cosmos Montessori | San Francisco, CA Cosmos Montessori is seeking a warm, dependable, and passionate Montessori Assistant Guide to join our community as a maternity leave substitute. This position will be full-time from October 2026 through July 2027 , covering one of our teachers during her maternity leave. After July 2027, we would love for the right person to remain connected with Cosmos Montessori as an on-call substitute teacher. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with young children and is interested in Montessori education, child development, and becoming part of a small and close-knit school community.
October 2026 - July 2027 After July 2027: Opportunity to continue as an on-call substitute
Age Group:
Approximately 12 months to 3.5 years
Compensation:
Depends on education, training, and experience
Qualifications Required:
Experience working with children ages 0-3 Minimum of 6 ECE units Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain required certification before starting Required immunization documentation, including MMR and Tdap Current TB clearance Ability to meet California childcare licensing requirements
Preferred:
Familiarity with Montessori philosophy and practice Montessori training, certificate, or diploma Experience working in a Montessori infant or toddler environment Additional ECE coursework Ability to speak more than one language About Cosmos Montessori Cosmos Montessori is a small, community-centered Montessori program in San Francisco serving young children from infancy through approximately 3.5 years of age. Our environment is guided by authentic Montessori principles and a deep respect for each child's individual development. Our AMI-trained guide prepares an environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop independence, follow their curiosity, build confidence, and experience the joy of meaningful work. We believe education during the first years of life is not simply about teaching skills. It is about creating a peaceful, respectful community where children, families, and educators learn to care for themselves, one another, and their environment. Because Cosmos is a small program, our teachers have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with each child and family and to work closely together as a team. We Are Looking for Someone Who Genuinely enjoys being with infants and toddlers Is warm, patient, observant, and respectful toward children Is passionate about early childhood education Is interested in learning more about Montessori education Values independence and respects each child's individual pace of development Enjoys learning and continuing to grow as an educator Is dependable, responsible, and comfortable working as part of a small team Is open-minded, flexible, and collaborative Values mindfulness, nature, sustainability, and environmentally conscious practices Is comfortable receiving guidance and feedback Can bring a calm and grounded presence to the classroom Speaks multiple languages (a plus) Benefits During the Full-Time Position Paid time off Paid national holidays Montessori professional development and hands-on experience in an authentic Montessori environment This position is especially well suited for an educator who would like to deepen their experience working with infants and toddlers in a Montessori setting while becoming part of a thoughtful and supportive school community. We hope to find someone who can join us for the full maternity leave period from October 2026 through July 2027 and who would be interested in continuing their relationship with Cosmos Montessori as an on-call substitute after the maternity leave coverage ends.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
working with infants and toddlers: 2 years (Preferred)
