Montessori Assistant Teacher: Centralia, WA

Four years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy to third grade

Two years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy to third grade AND an associate’s degree in a relevant field (i.e., child development, early childhood education etc.)

Experience teaching in a Montessori preschool

Professional experience working with young children with special needs

School schedules vary depending on community needs but generally range from 8am-5:30pm, with teachers staggered across these hours with varying start and end times totaling no more than 8 hours per day. Your specific schedule will be determined with your school leader when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), benefits-eligible, non-exempt/hourly position.

Compensation for this position is

$26-$36 per hour (~$54,000 - $74,000 annually)

. The upper third of the compensation range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and demonstrate strong performance over time.

Starting compensation will vary with prior experience and qualifications but is estimated at $29-$32 per hour.

NOTE: The combination of responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the school site, students, and prior experiences of the Montessori Assistant Teacher

Some Montessori ATs will provide support across an entire school rather than be assigned to a single classroom.

Support the lead teacher in preparing and delivering instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences

Assist in presenting individual and small-group Montessori lessons, adapting activities to meet each child’s developmental stage and interests

Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth

Encourage the development of early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills through hands-on, purposeful work that supports kindergarten readiness