Job Details
Strong teams + Low ratios = less stress + more love
- 4 schools in Irvine, CA, family-owned and operated since 1976
- Accredited by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS)
- low child to teacher ratios- 10:1 for preschool, 4:1 for toddlers (including until 3 years old!)
- supportive teaching teams in a model environment
- benefits for full time including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401K with matching funds
- advancement opportunities and scholarships for continuing education
- consistency and longevity- our teachers stay for a reason!
Montessori Schools of Irvine help the whole child develop through the Montessori method of respect, personalized education, community, consistency and independence. Our goal is to help each child love learning in a home away from home. Teachers work as a stable team with the same group of children to provide an opportunity to really know and nurture each individual child as they grow. We are currently hiring early childhood educators who appreciate and respect the unique qualities of each child to teach our PRESCHOOL (3 to 5 years old) or TODDLER (1 or 2 years old) children.
Montessori Schools of Irvine have four schools located in Irvine, CA with one on the UCI campus, which provide care and education to infant, toddler, preschool, and early elementary children. Our schools opened over 45 years ago and continue our mission to provide the highest quality of early childhood education and care available- anywhere!
Requirements: (Please note: Montessori training is NOT required for this position. Scholarships towards Montessori certification are offered for those interested.)
* Bachelor's degree preferred or AA degree and Early Childhood Education units
* Respect for children* Passion for teaching* Positive attitude* Enthusiasm* Teamwork* Flexibility* Commitment*
Every day is a new adventure! Come join our family.