Lead Montessori Teacher and Assistant Teacher Kensington Montessori of Laguna Niguel - 4.2 Laguna Niguel, CA Job Details Full-time $23 - $26 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Childcare Experience working with children Early Childhood Education Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Kensington Montessori is a warm, child-centered Montessori school serving one Two-Year-Old classroom and two Preschool classrooms. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing, and dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team. We are looking for an educator who either has Montessori training or a genuine interest in learning and embracing the Montessori philosophy. For the right candidate, we are happy to assist with the cost of Montessori training and professional development. Responsibilities As our Lead Preschool Teacher, you will: Create and maintain a beautiful, engaging Montessori classroom environment. Guide and educate children ages 2½-6 years using Montessori principles. Observe each child's growth and maintain developmental records. Communicate with families through conferences and ongoing parent partnerships. Foster independence, confidence, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning. Collaborate with a supportive team of educators to provide an exceptional preschool experience. This is a full-time position (Monday-Friday) and includes occasional evening staff meetings and school events. Competitive salary based on education, experience, and qualifications. Assistant Preschool Teacher Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. We are also seeking caring and dependable Assistant Teachers to join our preschool team. If you love working with young children, enjoy being part of a collaborative environment, and are eager to make a difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you. Salary range for Assistant Teachers is $20-$21 per hour.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will:

Have completed at least 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units Be CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification Have a genuine love for working with young children Have an interest in or appreciation for the Montessori philosophy Be dependable, flexible, positive, and a supportive team player Have a current TB clearance and Health Screening Report (or be able to obtain them before employment) Why Join Kensington Montessori? Supportive and collaborative work environment Small class sizes and dedicated teaching team Opportunities for professional growth and Montessori training Competitive pay based on experience and education The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day If you are passionate about early childhood education and are looking for a school that values its teachers, we would love to meet you!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Every employee who works with preschoolers must have completed at least one Early Childhood Education class and be in the process of completing four classes. Please do not send your resume if you have not completed at least one Early Childhood Education class.

License/Certification:

IMPORTANT-Have you completed at least one ECE class? (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person