Upper Elementary Guide

Job Description

In this role, you will guide our 9-12-year-old students through the exciting journey of upper elementary education, helping them build a strong academic foundation while fostering independence, critical thinking, and a deep connection to the natural world. The position emphasizes a collaborative, co-teaching model and includes a strong focus on outdoor learning, integrating nature-based practices into the classroom.

Qualifications

  • Seeking Seasoned and Montessori-trained guides (MACTE-accredited)

  • Passionate about CMS’ founding ethos of People Care, Fair Share, and Earth Care  

  • Interest or experience in farming, permaculture, or similar experience is a big plus! 

  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Position Includes

  • Balanced year calendar

  • 6x six-week sessions

  • Co-teaching team model

  • Robust/outdoor participation

  • Guides hours- 8:00 am and 4:00

  • Option to  increase base pay by working during our Session break camps

Compensation

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), Health/Dental/Vision benefits, 401k (with pre-tax or post-tax contribution), Montessori professional development, and tuition assistance for dependent children.

To Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to the address below. Black people, Indigenous people, people of color (BIPOC), lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and gender diverse people are all encouraged to apply.

Gaurapriya Tester 
Head of School
info@catskillmontessori.org