Preschool Assistant Teacher

Montessori School of Silicon Valley•Georgetown, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at Cantera Montessori in Georgetown as a Preschool Assistant Teacher for children ages 3-6. Our nurturing, Montessori environment is designed to support each child’s natural curiosity, independence, confidence, and emotional growth. We aim to create a loving and consistent environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore. Our fully implemented Montessori programs foster independence, creativity, problem-solving, and strong social connections. The Hawthorne Primary Community serves 24 children with 2 teachers: 1 Lead Guide and 1 Assistant Teacher. This role offers a hands-on learning environment where children explore, make choices, develop practical life skills, build friendships, and become increasingly independent.

Requirements

Experience or a strong desire to work with preschool-aged children.
Eagerness to learn and grow as an educator.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, supportive teaching team.
Interest in exploring Montessori education and philosophy.
Enjoyment of hands-on learning experiences.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a Montessori environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating a nurturing, Montessori environment for children aged 3-6.
Support children's natural curiosity, independence, confidence, and emotional growth.
Foster independence, creativity, problem-solving, and social connections.
Engage children in hands-on learning experiences such as gardening, cooking, art, practical life, science, and STEM activities.
Build strong connections with children and families.
Help preschoolers become confident, capable, and independent learners.