Montessori Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Preschool / Montessori Teacher

Legacy Montessori Academy | Leesburg, Virginia

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, scheduled shifts between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM

About Legacy Montessori Academy

Legacy Montessori Academy is dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment where young children can grow, explore, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Our approach combines Montessori principles with age-appropriate early childhood education to support each child's academic, social, emotional, and physical development.

We are seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool / Montessori Teacher to support our lead teachers and help create a positive classroom experience for young learners.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with daily classroom activities and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Support a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Encourage children to develop independence, confidence, communication skills, and positive social interactions.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, meals, transitions, and rest periods.
• Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, concentration, and early learning skills.
• Assist with preparing classroom materials, organizing learning activities, and maintaining an orderly environment.
• Support children's individual needs and promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive learning atmosphere.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents, teachers, and management.
• Follow school policies, health and safety procedures, emergency protocols, and applicable Virginia childcare licensing requirements.
• Assist with daily opening and closing routines, classroom cleaning, and sanitation as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team to ensure consistent supervision and quality care for all children.
• Perform other duties and assignments as needed to support classroom operations, children's well-being, and the overall functioning of the school.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in working with young children and supporting their development.
• Previous experience in a preschool, daycare, or Montessori environment is preferred but not required.
• Montessori training or early childhood education coursework is a plus.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, dependability, flexibility, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, families, and school management.
• Ability to meet applicable Virginia childcare employment, background-check, and health requirements.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning about Montessori education.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's early learning experiences.
• Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy helping children learn and grow, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief introduction describing your interest in the position.

Join Legacy Montessori Academy and help build a strong foundation for every child's future!