Montessori Guide

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Minneapolis, MN, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Title: Classroom Guide - Children’s House, Elementary, or Junior High
Status: Full-Time Salaried - 10-month teaching position
Salary Range: $48,000 to $80,000 DOQ with a competitive benefits package (see below)
FLSA Category: Exempt
Reports to: Head of School

Note: At this time there is not an active opening for this role but we always welcome qualified candidates to apply to be considered should a position open.

At Lake Country School, we are more than educators—we are stewards of childhood curiosity, independence, and lifelong learning. Rooted deeply in authentic Montessori principles, our school fosters an environment where children are trusted, empowered, and supported to follow their interests and develop critical thinking, creativity, and confidence. We support children in being themselves, learning about their identities, and understanding others' identities, building a just and inclusive community.

Lake Country School (LCS) is a 50-year-old accredited, independent school that is a nationally recognized leader in Montessori education, with strong adherence to AMI standards. We support our faculty and staff with competitive salaries and benefits, as well as regular, ongoing professional development, check‑ins, and reviews.

Our Urban Campus is nestled in the vibrant Kingfield Neighborhood in South Minneapolis, a mile from the chain of lakes and a few miles from downtown Minneapolis, with easy access to high‑quality parks, museums, universities, and businesses in the Twin Cities. Inside the school, classrooms are warm and welcoming, with abundant natural light and well‑resourced with a full complement of materials.

Our Rural Campus, the Land School, is a 160‑acre property in Dunn County, Wisconsin where students immerse themselves in exploration, discovery, and practical work on the land during day trips and overnights. From caring for animals and tending gardens to developing practical life skills and stewarding the earth, this extraordinary setting enriches our curriculum and invites faculty to expand their influence beyond the classroom.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment where every student feels a sense of belonging and is valued and respected for who they are. Led by our Equity, Diversity, and Justice (EDJ) Advisor, anti‑bias, anti‑racial practices are woven into the curriculum and environment to help children understand their identities and grow into compassionate, critical thinkers who care about fairness for all.

The Classroom Guide is the educational leader of the classroom with the primary responsibility of creating and maintaining an authentic Montessori learning environment and offering presentations and guidance to support children’s developmental needs in accordance with Montessori training and ongoing professional growth, including the integration of anti‑bias, anti‑racist, culturally responsive, and social‑emotional practices. The Guide is also responsible for communicating and providing professional guidance to individual families regarding their child’s holistic growth and development, with regular connections throughout the year, two conferences, and written educational reports.

LCS offers a robust employee benefits package, including: health, dental, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life, 5% no‑match‑required 403(b) employer contribution, 100% employer‑covered MN Paid Leave premium, free before‑and‑after‑school care for staff children, sponsorship and training, and travel and study grants.

Funds are allocated annually for professional development for all faculty. Faculty also participate in whole‑school learning opportunities, trainings, and workshops. Sponsor ships are also available for those interested in completing AMI Montessori training.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• AMI Diploma
• Experience implementing equity, justice, and inclusion…