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Montessori Preschool Assistant (3 - 6 years)

Xplor Education

Montessori Preschool Assistant (3 - 6 years)

Hawthorne, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION OF INNOVATORS.

    BECOME PART OF DISCOVERY, A VIBRANT, HIGH-QUALITY MONTESSORI COMMUNITY FOR CHILDREN AGED 10 WEEKS TO 6 YEARS.

    THE OPPORTUNITY

    We are conducting a search for a full-time (40 hours per week) CLASSROOM ASSISTANT TO SUPPORT ONE OF OUR MIXED-AGE PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN COMMUNITIES.  Working under the direction of the Montessori guide, you will help children fulfill their developmental potential in an authentically prepared, exceptionally executed Montessori environment.

    Do you want to be part of a one-of-a-kind school community that is inspiring the next generation of innovators?  Are you experienced working with children ages 3 - 6?  Have you completed at least 12 college-level early childhood education credits and are you trained in CPR and first aid?  If so, we will reward your commitment and make you feel valued for the transformative work you do with:

    • Competitive compensation -- $17 - $18 to start
    • Generous medical benefits including plans with premiums that are free for employee-only coverage
    • 401(k) savings opportunity including employer match
    • Restorative work-life benefits including substantial paid time off and a host of paid holidays throughout the year
    • On-going career development

    ABOUT DISCOVERY

    Discovery is a collaboration between Xplor Education and a leading Southern California aerospace company to form an innovative Montessori community for children of our partner's employees.  While their parents develop the breakthroughs that are revolutionizing space exploration, their children will grow into the next generation of innovators in a way that only authentic Montessori can provide. 

    Discovery's beautiful facility is located in Hawthorne, California, near the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and El Segundo Boulevard.

    ABOUT XPLOR EDUCATION

    Xplor Education partners with America's most innovative companies to provide distinctive Montessori early childhood education that leads to more capable individuals, happier families, healthier organizations, and stronger communities. 

    Invitation to Apply

    We encourage you to apply if you:

    • Enjoy working with children aged 3 - 6;
    • Are warm, joyful, and professional;
    • Have earned at least 12 college-level early childhood education credits;
    • Have valid CPR and first aid certification, or willingness to become CPR and first aid-certified before your first day of employment;
    • Have negative TB test results within the last 12 months or willingness to take a TB test which show negative results before your first day of employment; and
    • Are a US citizen or green cardholder.

    We would prefer you over other candidates if you:

    • Are familiar with the Montessori method and/or have a genuine interest in and/or appreciation for this educational approach;
    • Have experience working in high-quality preschools;
    • Are a fluent Spanish speaker; and
    • Have interesting hobbies, skills, and life experiences.

    If this sounds like you, please apply online.  Thank you for considering this opportunity!