Credentialed Nido/Toddler Montessori Guide (0 Years to 3 Years) | AMI Preferred

STEAMspark is seeking a Credentialed Nido/Toddler Montessori Guide to serve children from 6 weeks through 3 years of age. The Montessori Guide plays a multifaceted role in the classroom, supporting each child's holistic development while fostering independence, curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning that extends far beyond the classroom.
Job Overview
Do you want to be that “spark” in the classroom that inspires a child's love of learning?
Are you passionate about the Montessori method and all it has to offer for children's physical, social, emotional, and academic development?
Do you want to be part of something special?
If this is you, we want you on our STEAMspark Montessori team.
We are looking for a credentialed Montessori Guide with the talent to enrich the prepared environment with the STEAMspark curriculum, thoughtfully incorporating age-appropriate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics experiences while remaining grounded in authentic Montessori practice.
AMI Credentialed Guides may be eligible for a signing bonus based on credential level, experience, and start date.
Please note: Signing bonuses are exclusively available to Guides holding an AMI Montessori credential.
Role & Responsibilities
Ignite the “spark” in the classroom.
Implement the Montessori philosophy and curriculum within a thoughtfully prepared, multi-age Nido/Toddler environment.
Observe each child carefully and use those observations to support individual developmental needs, interests, and readiness.
Prepare, maintain, and continuously refine a peaceful, orderly, beautiful, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Present Montessori materials and experiences in a manner consistent with the child's developmental stage and Montessori principles.
Support the development of independence, movement, language, concentration, social-emotional growth, and practical life skills.
Plan age-appropriate experiences that reflect an understanding of the individual learning and developmental needs of the children assigned.
Thoughtfully integrate age-appropriate STEAM experiences into the Montessori environment.
Conduct and document ongoing formal and informal observations and assessments of child development and progress.
Establish and maintain open, professional, and effective communication with children, families, colleagues, and administration.
Partner with classroom Assistants and school leadership to maintain consistency, safety, and fidelity to the Montessori approach.
Complete school-sponsored AMS/AMI Montessori training and professional development as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree.
3+ years of experience as a classroom teacher, Montessori Guide, and/or Montessori Assistant.
Existing AMI or AMS Montessori credential appropriate for the Nido/Toddler age level.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
AMI Montessori credential.
Experience working in an infant and toddler Montessori environment.
Compensation
$45,000 to $55,000 annually, based on Montessori credentials, educational background, and relevant experience.
Signing bonus available for qualified AMI Credentialed Guides.
Physical Requirements
Able to sit on the floor for presenting lessons and interacting with children.
Able to lift at least 25 pounds.
Able to move throughout classroom and outdoor environments while supervising and supporting young children.
About our Organization
STEAMspark is an AMI/USA Affiliated School, with AMI/USA Affiliated recognition currently extending to our Primary program serving children ages 3 to 6, and is committed to developing a fully AMI recognized Montessori continuum for children ages 18 months through 12 years. STEAMspark is also a candidate for AMS School Accreditation and is fully accredited through Cognia, including NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI. These distinctions support our broader educational continuum serving children from 6 weeks old through 12th grade.
STEAMspark is committed to:
Preparing children to become top academic performers throughout their education.
Positioning them to take on more advanced courses in secondary school.
Enabling them to pursue higher education opportunities successfully.
Igniting a passion for learning at an early age through Montessori driven, STEAM integrated, age-appropriate, highly interactive curricula taught by Montessori credentialed and/or state certified educators dedicated to our children.
Here are some of the benefits of working at STEAMspark:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with STEAMspark contributing a generous amount toward the cost.
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays.
Rewards & Recognition Programs.
Mentorship Opportunities.
Continuing education opportunities through AMS affiliated programs.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No