Siembra Montessori Lead Guide Assistant

Siembra Montessori Lead Guide Assistant

Siembra Teaching & Learning Manager

$25.00 per hour

Open until filled

Centro Tyrone Guzman is Minnesota’s oldest and leading Latine-serving organization, dedicated to improving the well-being of Latine families through a holistic, intergenerational approach to education, health, and wellness. Our programs span the entire lifespan: from early childhood to youth engagement, maternal and family wellness, and older adult services.

Centro Tyrone Guzman’s departments include Adult & Aging, Siembra (Montessori school), Maternal Health, and Youth Programs (Be@school and Raices). This position will work directly with the Siembra Montessori School.

The Siembra Montessori Lead Guide Assistant supports the Lead Guide by helping to implement Montessori methods, maintaining the classroom environment, and observing and assisting children as they develop independence.

• Work closely with the Lead Guide to observe each child’s development, keeping detailed records and aligning support strategies.
• Assist in maintaining the prepared environment, ensuring materials are accessible and ready for children’s use.
• Support the Lead Guide by preparing materials, helping set up activities, and ensuring the smooth flow of the Montessori work cycle.
• Communicate with the Lead Guide regularly, sharing insights or concerns regarding children’s progress.
• Model professional conduct, showing respect for children, colleagues, and families, and contributing to a harmonious and secure environment.
• Respect confidentiality and support cultural inclusivity, understanding the importance of diverse perspectives in the classroom.
• Aid in addressing children’s conflicts objectively and fostering a respectful, anti-bias environment.

• Must have the Assistants Course or Lead Guide training, or complete it on hire.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are a must.
• Ability to work not only with children but also with families and other staff members.
• Meet DHS Rule requirements.
• Commit to Centro Tyrone Guzman’s mission and vision and program goals.
• Have in-depth understanding of, and appreciation for Latine cultures.
• Have in-depth understanding/experience working with LGBTQ+ Latine Youth.
• Demonstrated understanding of Latine immigrant issues, including, but not limited to generational and cultural differences between youth and parents, barriers to educational opportunities, social determinants of health, impact of undocumented status in the areas of employment/housing/social services, trauma, domestic and community violence.
• Commitment to working with Latine communities in a culturally supportive environment and a sincere desire to have a meaningful positive effect on their lives.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families and staff of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Be sensitive to different opinions, sentiments, and cultural beliefs.
• Must have Child First Aid/CPR certification or complete upon hire.
• Must pass DHS Background Check.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Position is subject to a background check and requires a valid Minnesota driver’s license

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, sexual preference, or public assistance status.

To learn more about Centro Tyrone Guzman, please visit us tromn.org. We are also listed with Guide Star.