Primary Support Specialist

Position Overview:

Marin Montessori School is seeking a joyful and resourceful Classroom Assistant to support two primary classrooms serving children ages 2–6. This role includes creating and preparing classroom materials, supervising children during staff breaks, and providing on-call support when teachers are absent.

Why Join Us:

This is an exciting time to join Marin Montessori School, a highly regarded Bay Area institution with a 60+ year history and accreditations from both the Association Montessori International (AMI) and the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS). Our stunning waterfront campus offers a nature-rich environment for indoor-outdoor learning, supported by skilled educators, eager learners, and engaged families.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly, non-exempt position: $24–$28/hr

• Paid holidays during the school year; summer break is unpaid

• Health and dental benefits and paid sick leave in accordance with California law

• $1,000 hiring bonus ($500 at hire, $500 after three successful months)

Marin Montessori School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment free from discrimination based on age, race, gender, religion, disability, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status, or other protected characteristics.

Required Qualifications & Attributes:

Minimum 12 ECE units, including Child Development and Child, Family & Community

At least six months’ experience working with young children

Kind, joyful attitude with a desire to learn on the job

Interest or experience in crafting/material prep

Professional, reliable, punctual, and resourceful

Basic computer skills; excellent verbal and written communication

Able to lift up to 40 lbs, sit on the floor, and move up/down with ease

Organized and detail-oriented

Ability to successfully complete a background check

Collaborative and flexible approach to working with colleagues

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Fluent Spanish speaker

Knowledge of Montessori principles and enthusiasm to learn

Key Responsibilities:

Support daily classroom operations in two primary classrooms

Prepare materials (cutting, sewing, playdough, punching paper, etc.)

Supervise children during staff breaks, maintaining a line of sight

Serve as an on-call assistant substitute when staff are absent