Bellevue Montessori School is seeking a creative and engaging Science Specialist to lead hands-on, age-appropriate science activities for children ages 3 to 6. This position involves introducing foundational science concepts through observation, exploration, and guided experimentation in alignment with Montessori principles.

Start Date: August 25th, Instruction Start Date: (School Year 2025-2026)

Shift: Hours: Instructional Hours from 1 to 2:30PM, Days: Mondays to Thursdays

Pay Rate: $35 to $36 (depending on experience) per instructional hour. The employee will also get paid a separate rate of $23.00 per hour to prep materials.

Reports to: Campus Program Director

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver interactive, inquiry-based science lessons that spark curiosity and support early childhood development.

• Instruct 1-hour lessons with small groups of 8–10 children.

• Integrate Montessori philosophy by encouraging independence, exploration, and respect for the natural world.

• Rotate and maintain engaging science materials aligned with seasonal themes and curriculum goals.

• Manage a mixed-age classroom with a calm, structured, and student-centered approach.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers and attend necessary staff meetings and school functions.

• Model and promote positive self-talk, a growth mindset, and respectful discipline strategies.

• Support student vocabulary and conceptual understanding through storytelling, hands-on experiments, and observation.

Ideal Candidate:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Science related field

• Active involvement in science education and ongoing professional development.

• Experience managing small classes and inspiring students on their independent learning journey.

• Familiarity with the Montessori method preferred, but not required.

• Emotionally mature, fun-loving, and balanced in approach to teaching science.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Comfortable using technology

• Punctual and reliable

Work Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old with legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Willingness to complete standard DCYF child care provider requirements:

  • Infant/Child First Aid & CPR

  • Blood Borne Pathogen

  • Food Handler Permit (if it requires experimenting with science)

  • MMR immunization

  • TB Test

  • Background Check & Fingerprinting

• Understand that all parent communications must be approved by the program director prior to sending via Transparent Classroom.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Salary and compensation will be commensurate with experience and education, Other benefits include: 3% Salary Match Program into an individual retirement account, beautiful work environment, supportive staff and community, staff events, professional development opportunities, etc.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please reach out with your resume and cover letter to: hr@bellmontessori.com