Co-Lead Primary Guide

Phone Number: (406) 600-8098

Email Address: denise@bozemanmontessori.com

Name of School: Bozeman Montessori 

Location of School: Bozeman, Montana

Posting Date: 04-23-2026

Age Level: Infant/Toddler

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Title: Co-Lead Primary Guide

Working Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay Range: $22-27 per hour DOE

Ideal Start Date: 05-18-2026

Is MACTE Certification Required? No

Job Description:

Bozeman Montessori has an opening for a full-time Montessori Primary Co-Lead Guide for one of our preschool, Primary (3 yr - 6 yr) classrooms. Montessori experience is ideal and we also provide on-the-job training for candidates interested in completing their Montessori teacher education.

Our Story: Bozeman Montessori is a place where the community comes together in support of children, to cultivate joyfully engaged individuals. Our seasoned, Montessori-trained teachers provide support as families navigate the complexities of the world in a safe, inspiring environment, intentionally designed for self-discovery and learning. Our flourishing community is grounded in the belief that everyone has value and a part to play in the world as unique as they are. Our science-based approach is responsive to the needs of individuals and supports the needs of human beings at every stage in life. In partnership, our time-tested method serves as a compass as families navigate their own journey.

Mission Statement: Our mission is to work collaboratively with families using the principles of Dr. Montessori to support child development within a community of caregivers. We strive to support the children’s independence and development while fostering in them joyful lifelong learning.

Our Core Values: Community, Integrity, Growth Mindset, Beauty

This Job is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

-Montessori-trained or desires to complete Montessori training.

-Consistent and reliable

-Loves young children and families and is able to honor the spiritual development of the child with a high level of relationship skills with adults and children alike

-Excellent Montessori classroom management awareness and ability

-Adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances and environment

-Wants to be a part of a vibrant and growing Montessori community that serves infants, toddlers and preschoolers through elementary.

-Is a life-long learner

Candidate Must: Provide a cover letter, resume, and three references to apply

Upon Hire:

-Satisfy licensing requirements, including providing current TDAP and MMR immunization records

-Be current in adult/child CPR-First Aid Training (or become so within one month of hire)

-Be willing to become current in Montana-required health and safety trainings (within one month of hire)

-Pass background checks as required by licensing at the time of hire

-Provide social media profiles

Preferred Education:

-Montessori credential in early childhood is exceptional, but not required

-Current enrollment or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant College Program

-Experience with early childhood care and education

Ideal Candidate Has Capacity For:

-Co-Leading an active environment of children from about 3 years to 6 years old including supporting staff and special teachers

-Warmth, energy, and enthusiasm for working with young children with kindness, consistency, and calm

-Planning, organizing, and meticulous preparation and maintenance of the environment, inside the classroom and outside in our play spaces and garden areas

-Honoring our shared Montessori values of community, friendliness with error, compassion, and integrity, as well as an appreciation for diversity

-A commitment to protecting the physical and emotional safety of all children as a prerequisite for learning

-Demonstrating strong communication skills (both verbal and written) with all members of the community (adults and children)

-Ability to accept feedback gracefully and a willingness to embrace lifelong learning

-Showing professionalism, sensitivity, and respect for confidentiality on behalf of all members of our community

-Have the physical ability for lifting, bending and being on your feet for extended periods of time and lifting up to 40 pounds

Job Type: Full-time, M-F (34 - 40 hrs/week, year-round with planned spring, summer and winter breaks)

Competitive Compensation: DOE: Compensation is dependent upon experience and education based on a hiring pay scale matrix. MACTE or desire to obtain training is ideal.

Employer Paid Benefits:

-Paid Earned Time Off for all employees

-Paid Break Days for full time employees

-Paid Holidays (9 per year) for full time employees

-Free Telemedicine & Teletherapy Plan for eligible employees and their families

-QSEHRA: medical/dental/vision expenses reimbursement program for full time employees

-Additional paid time off for fulltime employees and more

-Simple Plan IRA retirement 3% match for all employees, no waiting period

-Tuition discount available to children of employees who are enrolled in our programs.

-Paid professional development for required trainings and Montessori teacher education sponsorships available.

-Access to our School Meal Program

Find Us!

Center website: www.bozemanmontessori.com

Facebook page: @bozemanmontessori

Instagram: @bozemontessori

Bozeman Montessori does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin in admission or hiring policies.

Please apply on the Careers page of our website: https://www.bozemanmontessori.com/careers

OR, apply directly on this link: https://bozeman.bamboohr.com/careers/47?source=aWQ9MzM%3D