Montessori Guide – Casa | Morningside Montessori School

Job summary

Implement school policies and applicable childcare guidelines while completing required paperwork. Develop individualized Montessori programs, plan weekly presentations, maintain records, support children and families, and keep the classroom environment prepared, clean, and orderly.

Job details

Job Category: Morningside Montessori School Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Cambridge Ontario 450 King Street East, Cambridge, ON N3H 3M9 www.morningsidemontessori.ca Job Description Montessori Guide – Casa Start: August 2026 Morningside Montessori School is seeking a dedicated, professional, who has a passion for working with children. We are a small school who takes pride in providing an authentic Montessori environment for children to flourish in. Our collaborative team is positive and dedicated. This full-time Montessori Guide position beginning in late August to start the September 2026-2027 school year. Requirements Must have AMI or TMI or MACTE Accredited Casa Montessori Diploma. RECE certification in good standing is considered an asset. Current Standard First Aid, CPR and AED Level C. Current up to date medical immunization record. Current Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. A commitment to the Montessori Philosophy. Passion for working with children. Professional and Independent. Supportive and reliable person with a high level of verbal and written communication skills. Patient, kind, friendly, respectful towards children, co-workers and families. Strong classroom management and excellent problem-solving skills. Able to work effectively as a part of a team. French language knowledge considered an asset. Responsibilities Implement and practice all Morningside Montessori School policies and procedures. Implement and practice all applicable CCEYA guidelines. Complete all required paperwork as designated by the office. Develop and implement an individualized Montessori program for each child including weekly planned presentations and record keeping. Provide collaborative support to the children and families in the classroom. Ensure clean, organized, complete and well-prepared classroom. Prepare an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the students. Maintain a clean, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment, including routine care and maintenance of classroom materials Remuneration & Hours Of Work Hours of work are Monday to Friday scheduled between the hours of 7:15am and 5:30pm with some after hour requirements as needed. A three-month probation beginning at the start of employment will be in effect. Competitive Salary depending on Candidate qualifications and experience. Extended health care benefits available. Please forward a cover letter and resume to tammy@morningsidemontessori.ca We thank all who apply however, only those applicants selected for and interview will be contracted.

What you’ll do

Implement school policies and applicable childcare guidelines while completing required paperwork. Develop individualized Montessori programs, plan weekly presentations, maintain records, support children and families, and keep the classroom environment prepared, clean, and orderly.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an AMI, TMI, or MACTE-accredited Casa Montessori diploma and have current Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED Level C, an up-to-date medical immunization record, and a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. The school seeks a patient, professional, reliable team member committed to Montessori philosophy; RECE certification and French language knowledge are assets.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care Benefits

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Montessori Education
• Classroom Management
• Lesson Planning
• Record Keeping
• Child Development
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Teamwork
• Organization
• Family Collaboration
• Classroom Preparation
• Policy Compliance
• First Aid
• CPR
• AED

Job areas

• Education
• Management & Leadership