Montessori Elementary Assistant Teacher

The Nest at Anderson Mill – Austin, TX Job Type: Full-Time | Schedule: Monday–Friday Compensation: To Be Announced About The Nest The Nest at Anderson Mill is a Montessori school community dedicated to creating a warm, peaceful, and inspiring environment where children and educators grow together. Rooted in authentic Montessori philosophy, we respect children as capable, curious individuals and create environments that foster independence, responsibility, concentration, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning. Position Summary We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Montessori Elementary Assistant Teacher to support our 7–9-year-old multi-age classroom. Working alongside the Lead Guide, you will help maintain a calm, prepared, and purposeful environment while supporting children's academic, social, emotional, and practical development. The ideal candidate is patient, observant, collaborative, organized, and passionate about helping children become confident and independent learners. Key Responsibilities ● Support the Lead Guide in maintaining a prepared, peaceful, and organized Montessori environment ● Assist with classroom routines, transitions, arrival, dismissal, meals, and daily needs ● Support children's independence, responsibility, organization, and respectful social behavior ● Assist students with classroom work while encouraging independence and problem-solving ● Support small-group activities and lessons under the Lead Guide's direction ● Observe students and communicate relevant observations to the Lead Guide ● Maintain classroom materials, shelves, work areas, and learning spaces ● Encourage grace and courtesy, positive peer relationships, and peaceful conflict resolution ● Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment ● Collaborate professionally with guides, staff, and families ● Follow The Nest's Montessori philosophy, policies, and procedures ● Participate in professional development and school community activities Qualifications ● Experience working with elementary-aged children strongly preferred ● Montessori classroom experience preferred; Montessori training or credential (AMI, AMS, MACTE-accredited program, NAMC, or equivalent) is a plus ● Understanding of or willingness to learn about child development for ages 7–9 ● Warm, calm, patient, and respectful approach to working with children ● Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills ● Dependable, professional, and receptive to coaching and feedback ● Genuine interest in Montessori philosophy and child development Requirements ● Must meet Texas Minimum Standards for licensed child care staff ● Must be available to work in person Monday–Friday ● Must demonstrate professionalism, consistency, and reliability ● Must reflect the warmth, calm, respect, and clarity of The Nest brand Why Join The Nest? ● Competitive compensation ● Health, dental, and life insurance ● 401(k) with employer match ● Paid time off (PTO) ● Professional growth and development opportunities ● Supportive, Montessori-aligned team culture ● Meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families What We Value We believe the role of an educator is to observe, support, and guide children toward independence rather than simply provide answers. If you are compassionate, curious, dependable, and excited to grow within a Montessori community, we would love to hear from you.