Montessori Elementary Assistant Teacher

Montessori Elementary Assistant Teacher - Full Time

Montessori Academy of Upland is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Elementary Assistant Teacher to join our team. The person selected for this position will assist the lead classroom teacher with the general supervision, instruction, and management of elementary-aged children in a Montessori environment.

Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:15 AM-5:15 PM
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person - Upland, CA

• Must have at least 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units or units in an adjacent field of study
• At least 1 year of experience working with elementary-aged children required
• Teaching experience preferred
• Montessori experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate
• Must have current CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to obtain certification
• Must be dependable, patient, professional, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Must be able to meet all applicable school and childcare employment requirements

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the lead teacher in planning and implementing the daily classroom program
• Helping prepare the learning environment, classroom materials, activities, and supplies
• Supporting students with lessons, independent work, and classroom routines
• Supervising children during classroom activities, recess, lunch, outside play, and transitions
• Encouraging independence, responsibility, respectful behavior, and positive social interactions
• Treating all children with dignity, patience, and respect
• Helping maintain a clean, safe, organized, and prepared classroom environment
• Assisting with general classroom housekeeping tasks
• Supporting the lead teacher in other appropriate classroom and school responsibilities
• Attending staff meetings, required training programs, and professional development
• Participating in parent meetings, open houses, school events, and classroom activities as needed
• Communicating professionally and positively with students, families, and other staff members

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and would like to be part of a supportive Montessori school community. The ideal candidate will help create an environment where students are encouraged to become confident, independent, respectful, and responsible learners.