Job Type: Full time, Salaried
Wage: $32,000-$36,000/yr.
Location: Salida, CO.
Job Description:
Salida Montessori Charter School is seeking a full-time Children’s House Assistant Guide (ages 3–5) to join our vibrant learning community. This position works closely with the Lead Guide to cultivate a classroom environment filled with curiosity, independence, and enthusiasm for learning. The Assistant Guide plays an essential role in supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally while helping to maintain a beautiful, orderly Montessori environment.
The ideal candidate will:
Work cohesively with the Lead Guide to prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly Montessori classroom
Support students (ages 3-6) in developing independence, language, practical life skills, and social-emotional growth
Willing to learn and uphold Montessori philosophy and practices
Brings enthusiasm for celebrating childhood, including a love of dance parties
Demonstrates a positive attitude and strong initiative
Maintain a safe, warm, and responsive classroom environment
Communicate professionally and compassionately with families and staff
Experience working with toddlers or in early childhood settings preferred
Understanding of or willingness to learn Montessori philosophy and practices
Patience, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit
Commitment to professional growth
Ability to meet state licensing requirements for early childhood staff
Benefits:
Full Time Salary, $32,000-36,000, experience dependent
Colorado PERA participant
Health Insurance Stipend (starting at $300/ month)
A culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun with a shared vision
If you have a collaborative personality and are eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, please forward your resume and letter of interest to info@salidamcs.org.
**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.