Credentialed Nido/Toddler Montessori Guide (0 Years to 3 Years) | AMI Preferred
21 days ago
Dallas
Job Description STEAMspark is seeking a Credentialed Nido/Toddler Montessori Guide to serve children from 6 weeks through 3 years of age. The Montessori Guide plays a multifaceted role in the classroom, supporting each child's holistic development while fostering independence, curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning that extends far beyond the classroom. Job Overview • Do you want to be that “spark” in the classroom that inspires a child's love of learning?, • Are you passionate about the Montessori method and all it has to offer for children's physical, social, emotional, and academic development?, • Do you want to be part of something special? If this is you, we want you on our STEAMspark Montessori team. We are looking for a credentialed Montessori Guide with the talent to enrich the prepared environment with the STEAMspark curriculum, thoughtfully incorporating age-appropriate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics experiences while remaining grounded in authentic Montessori practice. AMI Credentialed Guides may be eligible for a signing bonus based on credential level, experience, and start date. Please note: Signing bonuses are exclusively available to Guides holding an AMI Montessori credential. Role & Responsibilities • Ignite the “spark” in the classroom., • Implement the Montessori philosophy and curriculum within a thoughtfully prepared, multi-age Nido/Toddler environment., • Observe each child carefully and use those observations to support individual developmental needs, interests, and readiness., • Prepare, maintain, and continuously refine a peaceful, orderly, beautiful, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment., • Present Montessori materials and experiences in a manner consistent with the child's developmental stage and Montessori principles., • Support the development of independence, movement, language, concentration, social-emotional growth, and practical life skills., • Plan age-appropriate experiences that reflect an understanding of the individual learning and developmental needs of the children assigned., • Thoughtfully integrate age-appropriate STEAM experiences into the Montessori environment., • Conduct and document ongoing formal and informal observations and assessments of child development and progress., • Establish and maintain open, professional, and effective communication with children, families, colleagues, and administration., • Partner with classroom Assistants and school leadership to maintain consistency, safety, and fidelity to the Montessori approach., • Complete school-sponsored AMS/AMI Montessori training and professional development as assigned., • Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Associate's degree., • 3+ years of experience as a classroom teacher, Montessori Guide, and/or Montessori Assistant., • Existing AMI or AMS Montessori credential appropriate for the Nido/Toddler age level. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree., • AMI Montessori credential., • Experience working in an infant and toddler Montessori environment. Compensation • $45,000 to $55,000 annually, based on Montessori credentials, educational background, and relevant experience., • Signing bonus available for qualified AMI Credentialed Guides. Physical Requirements • Able to sit on the floor for presenting lessons and interacting with children., • Able to lift at least 25 pounds., • Able to move throughout classroom and outdoor environments while supervising and supporting young children. About our Organization STEAMspark is an AMI/USA Affiliated School, with AMI/USA Affiliated recognition currently extending to our Primary program serving children ages 3 to 6, and is committed to developing a fully AMI recognized Montessori continuum for children ages 18 months through 12 years. STEAMspark is also a candidate for AMS School Accreditation and is fully accredited through Cognia, including NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI. These distinctions support our broader educational continuum serving children from 6 weeks old through 12th grade. STEAMspark is committed to: • Preparing children to become top academic performers throughout their education., • Positioning them to take on more advanced courses in secondary school., • Enabling them to pursue higher education opportunities successfully., • Igniting a passion for learning at an early age through Montessori driven, STEAM integrated, age-appropriate, highly interactive curricula taught by Montessori credentialed and/or state certified educators dedicated to our children. Here are some of the benefits of working at STEAMspark: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with STEAMspark contributing a generous amount toward the cost., • Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays., • Rewards & Recognition Programs., • Mentorship Opportunities., • Continuing education opportunities through AMS affiliated programs.