Bangor Montessori School is a well-established Montessori school located in the heart of Bangor, Maine. Our school offers Montessori classroom experiences for toddlers through elementary-age students. As our school grows, we are searching for an Assistant Teacher for our Pre-Primary classroom, working with children ages 2-3years. The perfect candidate must be nurturing, organized, patient, and adaptable to the ever-changing dynamic of a preschool classroom. Please send a cover letter and resume to etracy@bangormontessori.com
Job Type:
Assistant Teacher Assist Lead Teacher in a multi-age Montessori classroom of 2-3-year-old children Full-Time, approximately 8
- hours daily Mid
- August 2026
- mid-June 2027 (possibility for contract renewal for the 2026-2027school year.
) Each staff member will receive a teaching contract Possibility for summer hours during our science-themed summer camps
Responsibilities:
Prepare the classroom environment for optimal learning Help the Lead Teacher create and follow an individualized student curriculum, honoring each child's learning level Attend all monthly full-school staff meetings with the Head of the School Attend all staff development and teacher functions Establish and maintain a positive teacher/parent relationship
Qualifications:
Montessori Teaching Credential a plus! Have a great understanding of the Montessori philosophy Must have the ability to multi-task Must have good record-keeping habits, as each child's curriculum varies Must have a minimum of 2 years of classroom experience Excellent communication skills Classroom management skills are a must Candidates must be able to carry 50 pounds Candidates must be able to crawl, sit, and kneel during each workday Benefits Compensation is based on experience, averaging $17-20 per hour Sick/Personal days Staff with COVID-specific illness, with a doctor's note, receive up to five paid COVID sick days The school pays for Maine Montessori Association conferences. CPR/First Aid training is paid for by the school Full-time Staff members (38+ hours weekly) receive a 50% discount on one related child's tuition School Vacation weeks off, except "change-over" time. February, April, and December Most Government Holidays off
Job Types:
Full-time, Contract Pay:
$17.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement
Work Location:
In person