Everbloom Montessori
About Everbloom Montessori
At Everbloom Montessori we know that children learn more fully and deeply when they are
allowed to initiate learning at their own pace. Authentic Montessori in practice fosters each
child’s independence, self-care, care for others and the environment through respect, grace
and courtesy. The guide, in the Montessori classroom, is a well prepared guide available to
assist the child in furthering development and understanding. Everbloom Montessori is
committed to ensuring our employees represent our diverse school community and to creating
an inclusive workplace environment welcoming to people of all backgrounds. EMC prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Black,
Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), immigrants, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply.
General Position Description
The Lead guide is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the
curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Lead guides
must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to
ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and
encouraged to succeed. The Lead guide must be skilled in communicating with both children
and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and
resolve parental concerns.
Lead guides are considered exempt employees and are not entitled to overtime pay. Required
responsibilities of this job type which fall outside of the scheduled 40 hours a week in the
classroom may include, but are not limited to: classroom preparation, professional development,
home visits, staff meetings, communication with staff and families outside of regularly scheduled
hours via slack, email or an occasional phone call, etc.
This position reports to the Co-Directors.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities
based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards; ensuring
that all materials are in good repair and all sets complete
- Developing materials when needed
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and
encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching
- Display professionalism when communicating with faculty, staff, students and parents
positively and effectively
- Display a loving and caring demeanor to implement positive discipline methods that align
with the school’s high standards of caregiving
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress
reports, and parent-teacher conferences
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene
and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children
- Help students with the diapering process or use of the restroom and develop
independence with personal hygiene (hand washing and bathroom usage). Diapering is
required
- Working with children ages birth to 3 years in a loving and nurturing way
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met
- Supervise assistant guides and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following
planned activities, hygiene and safety standards
- Attend staff meetings, professional development meetings and school events as a
member of the school community
- Model respect, grace and courtesy with students and adults at all times
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
- Prefer a minimum of 2 years of experience teaching in a Montessori classroom ages
birth to three years old
- Must have a thorough understanding of Montessori philosophy
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
- The ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team
environment
- A strong understanding of child development
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Infant/child/adult CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
- Must clear full background check, tuberculosis test, and complete any required
credentials for state licensing
Requirements
- Montessori Certified for ages 0-3, AMS, AMI, or MACTE, or be in pursuit of
Montessori certification within the first two years of employment
- Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required
Physical Requirements
- The ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or
controls
- May be required to kneel, bend, squat, sit on the floor for extended periods of time, or
crawl
- Ability to lift approximately 25lbs
Employment & Compensation
- Full-time employment with a competitive salary, PTO days, as well as other employee
benefits
