Teacher Assistant, Montessori Classroom

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant role is onsite at Guidepost Montessori’s Leawood school in the Kansas City, KS area; compensation is not specified. Guidepost Montessori’s mission is to nurture children’s independence, curiosity, and joy in learning. The assistant supports a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children from infancy through age six. By preparing the classroom, observing children, and assisting with individual and small-group activities, the role helps create a calm environment where children can explore and develop at their own pace.

What you'll do

• Observe children to understand and support individual needs
• prepare and maintain an orderly classroom
• support individual and small-group learning activities
• build respectful relationships with children and families
• collaborate with Lead Guides and other team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

assistant guide

montessori

early childhood

infant classroom

toddler classroom

children’s house

classroom support

kansas city ks

guidepost montessori

montessori diploma training

tuition discount

health insurance

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training, professional development and mentorship, 75% tuition discount for up to two children, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Why this role

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training, ongoing mentorship, and a 75% tuition discount for up to two children at Guidepost schools.

About the employer

Guidepost Montessori is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.