Montessori Schools of Irvine Hiring for Preschool Teacher Job at Irvine, CA Full Time

Join our family and make a difference every day!

• 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- 4:1 ratio for toddlers (including 2 year-olds), 10:1 ratio for preschool
• 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, community, personalized education, and independence. Our goal is to help each child love learning in a home away from home. Teachers work as a 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 INFANT-TODDLER (3 mos. to 3 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)

* Bachelor’s degree preferred, or AA degree and Early Childhood Education units

* Respect for children* Passion for teaching* Positive attitude* Enthusiasm* Teamwork* Flexibility* Commitment*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92612: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: One location