Bilingual Montessori Primary Assistant Teacher (Spanish/English, Ages 36)

Hours:

8:45 am-5:30 pm | Monday-Friday At Keystone Montessori, we believe children thrive when they are respected, trusted, and supported in becoming independent, capable human beings. Keystone Montessori is an AMI-aligned public charter Montessori school in Phoenix serving children from toddler through adolescence. Our beautiful campus, collaborative faculty, and deeply committed community create an environment where both children and adults can grow. We are seeking a Bilingual Montessori Primary Assistant Teacher to join our Children's House (ages 3-6) program. This role is ideal for someone who is calm, dependable, nurturing, observant, and energized by supporting young children in a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment. This is more than a classroom support role. Our assistants are essential members of the teaching team who help create the consistency, beauty, and order that allow children to flourish. Responsibilities As a Primary Assistant Teacher, you will: Support the Lead Guide in maintaining a peaceful, orderly, and beautiful Montessori classroom Prepare, clean, organize, and care for classroom materials and the prepared environment Support children with daily routines, transitions, independence, grace and courtesy, and practical life skills Observe children carefully and share relevant insights with the Lead Guide Provide warm, respectful support for children's social, emotional, and behavioral development Help supervise indoor and outdoor activities to ensure student safety and well-being Support snack, lunch, restroom routines, and other daily care needs as appropriate Collaborate closely with classroom and school colleagues as part of a professional team Communicate professionally with staff and families as needed Required Qualifications The ideal candidate: Is fluent in both Spanish and English Has experience working with young children in a school, childcare, or educational setting Is calm, patient, dependable, and emotionally mature Understands how to support children with warmth while maintaining consistency and clear expectations Is highly organized and attentive to detail Works well as part of a collaborative team Demonstrates professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct Is physically able to work in an active classroom environment, including standing, bending, lifting, and supervising outdoors Holds an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card Preferred Qualifications Montessori classroom experience AMI or AMS Montessori training or coursework Experience working with children ages 3-6 Experience in diverse educational settings Interest in growing professionally within Montessori education Why Keystone? We offer the opportunity to work in a mission-driven Montessori community that values professional growth, collaboration, and authentic respect for children. Apply If you believe children deserve calm, capable adults who respect their independence and help them grow with confidence, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you reliably commute to 1025 E Liberty Ln, Phoenix 85048? Please map before answering the question. Do you have at least twelve months of childcare experience (employment or volunteer work) in a classroom setting?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)

Work Location:

In person