Montessori Teacher BC

Position
:
Full-time

Hours
: 7:30am – 3:00pm

Compensation
:$30.00 per hour

Start Date
:
September 2026

Location
:

Surrey, BC

School Year
:

Silver Ridge Montessori provides a warm, nurturing, and thoughtfully prepared learning environment where children are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. We are committed to supporting the whole child through authentic Montessori education, respectful guidance, and meaningful hands-on experiences.

• Provide a caring, safe, and nurturing atmosphere within the classroom and throughout the school.
• Prepare and maintain an organized and inviting Montessori learning environment.
• Plan and present developmentally appropriate Montessori lessons and activities.
• Observe each child's interests, development, and individual learning needs.
• Maintain accurate records, including observations, lesson plans, and student progress.
• Guide children's behaviour respectfully and positively in accordance with Montessori principles.
• Encourage independence, confidence, responsibility, and respect for others.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents, colleagues, and school administration.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and prepare written progress reports when required.
• Follow all Silver Ridge Montessori policies and provincial childcare licensing requirements.
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated teaching team.

• Full British Columbia Early Childhood Educator certification.
• Montessori teaching diploma.
• AMI- or MACTE-recognized Montessori training.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Clear criminal record check.
• Previous Montessori classroom experience is preferred.

• A genuine passion for Montessori education and child development.
• A warm, patient, respectful, and nurturing approach to working with children.
• Strong classroom-management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Dependability, professionalism, and a high degree of personal integrity.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• A beautiful Montessori learning environment.
• Professional-development and training opportunities.
• Paid vacation and benefits, where applicable.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.