Primary (Preschool) Assistant Teacher (12 ECEs Required)

Montessori de Terra Linda (MdTL), an independent school in San Rafael serving children 2 years old through 6th grade, is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Primary program (3-6 year olds) for the 2025-26 school year.

Must have at least 12 ECEs and be experienced with preschool-age children.

Start Date: August 12, 2025
Full-Time Position (40 hours/week): 7:30am – 4:00pm M-F

MdTL has a wonderfully supportive staff and community, and is a great place to grow your career.

Position Summary:
The Primary Assistant Teacher provides daily support to the classroom’s AMI-trained Head Teacher in a multi-aged (3-6 year olds) Montessori classroom. With a primary focus on the safety and well-being of the children, the Assistant Teacher observes the classroom and relates observations to the Head Teacher. The Assistant Teacher also supports the maintenance of the classroom environment through tasks such as cleaning daily and replenishing and replacing consumable materials (sponges, pencils, paper for academic materials, non-toxic polish, paper products, reusable cloths, etc).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist Head Teacher with basic classroom support
• Share the responsibility for the safety and physical well-being of children at all times
• Be responsible for daily classroom preparation as directed by the Head Teacher
• Supervise the yard during playtime
• Cultivate and reinforce positive student behavior
• Model appropriate behavior by demonstrating respect and care towards students and staff at all times

Requirements / Desirables:

• 12 ECE Units
• Minimum 2 years teaching/childcare experience preferred
• Montessori experience preferred
• Negative TB test within 4 years
• Available to start August 12, 2025
• Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply — fluent in Spanish and English preferred

We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($25 – $29.hour)
• Health & Dental Benefits (90% premiums employer paid)
• Participation in 403b Retirement Plan (3% employer contribution after 1 year of employment/6% match after 4 years of employment)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• PTO/Sick Time

Please email cover letter and resume to employment@mdtl.org.

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