Montessori Teacher- Preschool or Infant-Toddler

Montessori Teacher- Preschool or Infant-Toddler Irvine, CA 92614 $17.25 - $21.00 an hour - Full-time $17.25 - $21.00 an hour - Full-time Believe in what you do. Now hiring for full-time teaching positions with benefits. If you have a passion for educating the whole child, a desire to grow within the field of education, and interest in authentic Montessori philosophy then we encourage you to apply! Montessori Schools of Irvine is celebrating 50 years of excellence and authentic Montessori education. Four schools in Irvine, CA, still family-owned and operating since 1976 Low ratios = less stress + more love, 4:1 for toddlers (including until 3 years old!), 10:1 for preschool (3 through 5 years old) Accredited by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS) Collaborative and stable teaching teams in a model environment Advancement opportunities and scholarship options for Montessori certification for those interested A great place to be - our teachers stay for a reason! At our schools, we believe in the power of collaboration and consistency . You'll work as part of a classroom team of teachers, guiding the same group of children each day, fostering deep connections and truly individualized hands-on learning experiences. We support the development of the whole child including social, emotional, creative and cognitive growth through Montessori activities and cultivate a community where children have fun and feel safe to explore and grow. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including high quality medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401K with matching funds from the school. This is more than just a job; it's a career advancement opportunity . While Montessori certification is not required , we are committed to your professional development. You will experience support and professional mentorship from the day you start. If you choose to pursue Montessori certification, we offer scholarships and discounts for AMS Montessori certification and units through UC Irvine to help you achieve your professional goals. Montessori Schools of Irvine have four schools located in Irvine, CA, with one on the UCI campus, which provide care and education to infant, toddler, preschool and early elementary children. We are currently hiring early childhood educators who appreciate and respect the unique qualities of each child to teach our

EARLY CHILDHOOD

(3 to 5 years old) or

INFANT TODDLER

(babies through 2 years old) children. Our schools opened 50 years ago this year and continue our mission to provide the highest quality of Montessori early childhood education and care available- anywhere! A bachelor's degree or associate degree with coursework in early childhood education is preferred, but your passion and willingness to learn are what truly matter. We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our vision . and start or grow your career in education with us!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.25 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Irvine, CA 92614 (Required)

Work Location:

In person