Montessori Children’s House Guide

Community Montessori School | Georgetown, Texas
Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site

Community Montessori School is seeking a warm, collaborative, and highly professional Children’s House Guide to lead a Montessori classroom serving children ages 3–6.

We are an AMI-USA member school located in Georgetown, Texas, just north of Austin. We are committed to authentic Montessori practice, strong academic growth, and a connected, respectful school community.

We are looking for a Guide who values respectful relationships with children and families, thoughtful observation, meaningful work, and a classroom environment that balances independence with clear and consistent expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly, and engaging Montessori environment
• Present Montessori lessons and guide children through purposeful, developmentally appropriate work
• Observe children and use those observations to inform lessons, planning, and individualized support
• Support children’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development
• Maintain clear, respectful classroom expectations and routines
• Maintain accurate student records and classroom documentation
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families
• Collaborate closely with classroom assistants, colleagues, and school leadership
• Ensure active supervision and student safety throughout the school day
• Participate in meetings, conferences, school events, and professional development

Required Qualifications

• AMI Montessori Primary Diploma or AMS Early Childhood Credential
• Strong understanding of Montessori philosophy and child development
• Strong classroom leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and school leadership
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and basic technology tools
• Ability to meet applicable background check, licensing, and regulatory requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, or a related field
• Previous experience leading a Montessori Children’s House or Primary classroom
• Experience with Transparent Classroom or a similar student documentation system

Benefits

Eligible employees may have access to:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid school holidays and breaks aligned with the school calendar
• 80 hours of paid time off annually
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition benefit for employee children

This is an active, on-site role requiring regular movement indoors and outdoors, active supervision of children, and the ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and assist students throughout the school day.

If you are a Montessori educator who values authentic practice, meaningful relationships, collaboration, and the opportunity to help children grow in independence and confidence, we would love to hear from you.