Blossom Montessori Assistant

We are looking for full and part-time staff to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year! We area also always accepting applications for substitutes.

Why Blossom Montessori?

Blossom Montessori serves children ages 18 months to 6 years in an authentic Montessori environment that fosters independence, curiosity, and community.

We maintain low teacher-to-student ratios to ensure individualized support:

• Primary: 1:7 ratio
• Pre-Primary: 1:4 ratio

Our mixed-age classrooms encourage peer modeling, kindness, grace and courtesy, concentration, coordination, empathy, and self-discipline through hands-on learning. Each classroom is guided by trained AMS-certified lead teachers and supported by dedicated assistants.

We prioritize both social-emotional wellbeing and professional fulfillment — for our students and our staff.

About Us

Blossom Montessori was founded by a team of experienced educators and a Montessori parent, bringing more than 50 years of combined experience in the Early Childhood field.

Our mission is to cultivate conscious minds while nurturing children’s social-emotional development. We are committed to diversity and expanding access to authentic Montessori education for families from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Just as importantly, we strive to build a strong, supportive community among our families, educators, and the greater local area.

Our Programs & Philosophy

Our curriculum spans all core Montessori areas:

• Practical Life: Coordination, independence, and focus
• Sensorial: Refining the senses for deeper observation
• Language & Math: From phonemic awareness to abstract reasoning
• Cultural Studies: Fostering respect, interconnectedness, and wonder

Children benefit from uninterrupted work cycles, structured choice, and collaborative learning.

Your Role & Growth

As a substitute assistant teacher, you will be called in as needed for planned absences and sick coverage. While on site, you will:

• Support a consistent group of children in a carefully prepared Montessori environment
• Guide social, emotional, cognitive, and creative development
• Assist lead teachers with classroom flow and preparation
• Foster a warm, stable, and nurturing atmosphere

No Montessori certification? No problem. We welcome educators who are eager to learn and grow. Our AMS-certified team provides mentorship and ongoing professional development from day one.

As our school expands, substitute teachers are always the first considered for open full-time and part-time positions. This gives you the opportunity to explore the environment and discover the best fit for your strengths and interests.

Schedule Highlights

• Operating hours: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Serving children ages 18 months to 6 years
• Daily rhythm includes morning care, uninterrupted work cycles, group gatherings, outdoor play, nap or story time, enrichment classes, and after-care STEAM activities

Substitute positions are on-call with no guaranteed weekly hours. We are expanding classrooms this spring, and full-time opportunities may become available.

Compensation & Benefits

We value our team and offer:

• Competitive assistant pay: $20–$26 per hour, based on experience and role
• Paid training and ongoing professional development (full and part-time staff)
• Paid holidays and school breaks (full and part-time staff)
• Simple IRA with employer match (full-time staff)
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability (full-time staff)
• A joyful, inclusive, and stable school culture where educators love to stay

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking educators who:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education (preferred but not required)
• Have completed at least six ECE units or are willing to complete required coursework to meet California licensing requirements
• Are team-oriented, nurturing, and passionate about working with children
• Embrace Montessori philosophy and are eager to grow within it
• Value diversity, inclusion, and community

Key Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Physically and mentally capable of performing assigned duties
• Criminal record clearance prior to employment
• Completion of required trainings before first day:
• Childcare CPR & First Aid
• HEADS UP Training for School Professionals
• Mandated Reporter Training
• California Department of Pesticide Regulation Training
• Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior childcare experience preferred

Professional Expectations

• Punctual and reliable
• Maintains confidentiality
• Uses positive, consistent, and respectful behavior guidance
• Participates in staff meetings, school events, and professional development
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and families
• Upholds the standards outlined in the staff handbook

Working with Children:

• Greet each child warmly
• Model respectful communication and conflict resolution
• Ask open-ended questions
• Support independence without interrupting concentration
• Assist during transitions, lunch, and playground time
• Help children accept mistakes without shame
• Treat every child with dignity and respect

Health, Safety & Environment

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and beautiful Montessori environment
• Support children in hygiene and healthy habits
• Accurately maintain required records
• Remain aware of the full classroom at all times
• Assist with playground supervision

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to grow within a nurturing, authentic Montessori community, we would love to meet you. Blossom Montessori is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and community.