Contact: Lisa Lukas

Email: lisalukas@haggardchildcare.com

Name of School/Organization: UW Children's Center at Radford Court

School Website: haggardchildcare.com

Age Group: 3mos - 5 years

Description: We are a Montessori Children's Center in NE Seattle, near Magnuson Park. We serve children 3 months - 5 years old, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Our teacher to student ratios are kept low to support our students and staff. We have immediate full-time and part-time shifts available.

We have many protocols in place to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19. We have been able to remain open throughout the pandemic, serving families of UW.

You are kind, curious, reliable and ready to learn. There will be walks to the lake, around the nature trails and to the local playgrounds. We explore music, art and movement with specialists. We offer on the job training in Montessori principles, along with tuition assistance if you are interested in ECE / Montessori certification.

Bring your enthusiasm - we are a supportive, collaborative school. You will have a paid lunch break, free parking, a subsidized transit pass, and we are near the bus line, as well as health care options, and paid holidays / closure days.

Experience is appreciated. We will provide training. $16.69 starting pay.

Benefits for full time employment include health care, and a matching 401k fund.

Please include a cover letter describing your qualifications and why you are a good choice for our school, along with your resume.

Reach out now..... we're ready to hire!

Phone: (206) 543-3737

School Address: 6311 65th Ave NE Bldg 43, Seattle, Washington 98115

Contact: Cynthia Dahl

Email: cynthia@lighthousemontessori.com

Name of School/Organization: Lighthouse Montessori School

School Website: www.lighthousemontessori.com

Age Group: 2.5-6

Description: Lighthouse Montessori School is seeking a Co-Lead Montessori Teacher to join our community for the 2021-2022 school year. For the right candidate, we will consider employment during spring 2021. We are looking for energetic, compassionate educator who delights in marveling with children and introducing the world to them. At Lighthouse Montessori School we know the power of passionate educators when it comes to unleashing children’s potential. We are a community of educators who seek to grow together in our craft knowledge to ensure that we thrive as professionals and our students thrive as learners and citizens.

Lighthouse Montessori School is currently seeking a Co-Lead Montessori Teacher for our Primary Classroom for the Afternoon Work cycle.

Lighthouse Montessori School is a beautiful and bright school located north of downtown Seattle in the charming neighborhood of Ballard. We have a fully equipped learning environment with extensions to the outdoors.

Position summary:

The Lead Montessori Teacher will implement the curriculum in a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment that supports each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth and development.

Facilitate classroom activities.

Acknowledges and encourages diversity and varying viewpoints by providing images and experiences that reflect the local and global communities.

Create engaging, age-appropriate lessons while holding true to the Montessori Model.

Establish classroom management utilizing Positive Discipline and Nonviolent Communication methods.

Encourage and assist in positive social interactions.

Ensure safety and well-being of children at all times.

Experience and Education:

AMI, AMS certification.

Knowledgeable about Montessori philosophy and materials.

2+ years of experience in a Montessori classroom.

Specific requirements set by minimum state standards and/or accreditation

Why work for us? Because we truly care about our people!

In addition to an engaging and dynamic work environment, we offer competitive benefits such as medical insurance, paid time off, education scholarships, child tuition discounts, and more.

Lighthouse Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer.

Safety Statement: Lighthouse Montessori is committed to providing a safe school environment for our employees and our students. As such, we follow strict CDC guidelines for school operations, including, but not limited to, the use of Personal Protective Equipment like masks while on school grounds, taking temperatures of staff and students, and sanitizing classrooms and surfaces throughout the day. Employees of Lighthouse Montessori School are expected to follow all work and safety guidelines/procedures each day.

Phone: (206) 201-1730

School Address: 7005 24th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117

Contact: Shaijah Wolf

Email: info@montessoriforestschool.org

Name of School/Organization: Montessori Forest School

School Website: www.montessoriforestschool.org

Age Group: 3-6

Description: Do you have your AMS or AMI Montessori Certification (will look at someone nearly completed too)?

Do you enjoy being fully outdoors in all weather?

Do you understand and agree with how important it is to get children to fall in love with and become stewards of green spaces?

Do you have experience with 3-6 year olds in a Montessori and camp or Forest School environment?

Do you get creative with incorporating movement in the lessons on colder or windy days?

Do you love building forts?

Are you resilient?

Do you have grit?

Do you role-model grace & courtesy mixed with Forest School down-to-earthiness?

Are you a true Nature Bather spirit (bare feet, knows your berries & fungi in the forest understory and the names of the trees, ferns and animal tracks), energetic, fit, health-conscious, strong?

Do you live in Snoqualmie, WA or nearby, or are you willing to relocate to America's safest city?

Do you have a large, reliable vehicle with which to carry the wagons and tubs of Montessori equipment to set up each day for the 2 hour Montessori work cycle?

Do you have patience?

Are you friendly and kind to all beings?

Do you speak fluent Spanish (bilingual)?

Would you be punctual for a 9:30am start and a 3:30pm finish, Monday - Friday?

Then this job is for You!

$20 per hour plus bonuses (Certifications - CPR, background checks, etc, paid for by our non-profit).

Phone: (267) 401-5913

School Address: 39903 SE Park St, Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Contact: Chelle Downey-Magee

Email: chelled@issaquahmontessori.com

Name of School/Organization: Issaquah Montessori School

School Website: issaquahmontessori.com

Age Group: Toddler

Description: Our toddlers need an extraordinary teacher. They are in class from 8:30am to 3:30pm (some stay until 5:30pm), working diligently at becoming independent. Their classroom is a beautifully prepared environment, adjacent to a large playground. As they mature, they’ll move up to one of two primary classrooms, so continued observation of independence is possible.

We are looking for a Montessorian, trained at the infant-toddler level, to join our teaching staff. In addition to training, the position requires at least a year of lead teaching, and college education is preferred. The usual current first aid, CPR, food handler permit, TB test and DEL background check are required as well. Compensation depends on training, education and experience.

In non-COVID years our school has about 100 children between the ages of 15 months and 6 years, in five classroom communities. We work hard, laugh often and truly enjoy assisting children in their developmental journey.

Phone: (425) 557-7705

School Address: 24326 SE Issaquah-Fall City Rd #368, Issaquah, WA 98029

Contact: Heidi Velin

Email: fiddleheadmontessori@gmail.com

Name of School/Organization: Fiddlehead Montessori

School Website: thefiddlehead.org

Age Group: 6-12

Description: Administrator/Teacher's Assistant

Fiddlehead Montessori Elementary is a small nonprofit Elementary School located in Anacortes, Washington. We’re currently in our fourth school year, teaching children ages 6-12 years old.

We are seeking a full time administrative/teacher's assistant beginning September 2021. This position is for BOTH - a part time administrator AND a part time teacher's assistant. This candidate needs to have some experience in office work (Quick Books and Excel) as well experience with elementary aged children. Ideal candidates for this position would be organized, flexible, confident, independent, and collaborative.

Minimum skills and knowledge required Skills and knowledge desired

* Demonstrated ability to work with children

* Willingness to be trained in Montessori philosophy

Minimum previous experience required Previous experience desired

* 1 year elementary-aged classroom assistant experience (Ideally in Montessori Education)

* 1 year leading groups of children

Technical skills required Technical skills desired

* Proficiency with MS Office products and ability to quickly learn and apply new technological skills.

Minimum Education required Education desired

* High school diploma A.A. or above

* Demonstrated ability to correct student work in math and language to a fourth-grade level for lower class and/or seventh-grade level for upper class

* Montessori assistant certification

Communication skills required

* Excellent customer relations (children, parents, community)

* Ability to take direction and follow through

* High sense of integrity with ability to maintain composure and relate well to individuals of all levels, experiences, and backgrounds.

Special training, certification, or licensing required

Current First Aid

Current CPR

For more information about our school visit TheFiddlehead.org

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Heidi Velin

Phone: (360) 588-4699

School Address: 2702 R Ave, Anacortes, WA 98221

Contact: Jillian Dickson

Email: jobs@woodinvillemontessori.org

Name of School/Organization: Woodinville Montessori School

School Website: www.woodinvillemontessori.org

Age Group: 18 months to 3 years

Description: Woodinville Montessori School is seeking a Toddler Co-Teacher to lead a classroom of children ages eighteen month to three years. The Co-Teacher will provide supervision over the classroom community and students’ work, with keen awareness of the functioning of the whole while also paying attention to individual and small group needs. Throughout the school year, the teacher will work with the Toddler Program Director to ensure that students have the necessary tools and time to devote themselves to their work, building a cohesive community and continuing to develop the love of learning.

Woodinville Montessori School is fully accredited through 12th grade by NWAIS. Woodinville Montessori School is accredited by AMS for students aged 18 months to 17 years, and approved by Washington State through 12th grade.

Founded in 1983, Woodinville Montessori School is a diverse community of lifelong learners dedicated to the optimal intellectual, emotional, social, physical, ethical and spiritual development of each child using Montessori and contemporary methods. Our community exists to nurture creative, conscientious and productive individuals committed to caring for themselves, one another and the environment in an ever-changing, global society.

Ideal candidate:

• BA/BS Degree required and MA Degree preferred
• AMS Infant/Toddler Certification preferred
• Three years of teaching experience as the Lead in an Toddler classroom
• Understanding of and commitment to Montessori Philosophy
• Outstanding communication skills – both written and verbal
• Commitment to professional development and best practices in education
• Commitment to meeting the needs of each child
• Be committed to excellent communication with prospective families, staff and the rest of the school leadership team
• Possess extensive background and teaching experience in a Montessori school
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of current research in human development and learning in support of the Montessori educational approach
• Exhibit a high degree of organization and attention to data and details

This position is an academic year, 10-month position with occasional weekend and evening hours. Salary is dependent on experience, education, and certification. Benefits include health, dental, retirement plan, paid time-off days and holidays, and partial tuition remission for qualified dependent(s).

APPLICATION PROCESS

• View the job description and additional instructions from our website, www.woodinvillemontessori.org
• Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed employment application by mail or email.

Woodinville Montessori School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, religion, gender, sexual identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, national or ethnic origin, or other legally protected status in admission of otherwise qualified students, or in providing access to the rights, privileges, programs, or activities generally available to all students and their families, including educational policies, tuition assistance, and other school administered programs. Similarly, it does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

Phone: (425) 482-3184

School Address: 19102 North Creek Parkway, Bothell, WA 98011