Part-Time MONTESSORI GUIDE at HEROES ACADEMY

Do you want to change the world?

If your goal is to use your gifts and skills in a supportive and empowering environment, this is your chance to be part of one of the world’s most innovative schools.

Heroes Academy is a private elementary school that blends Montessori beliefs with state-of-the-art software, quest-like projects with real world application, Socratic discussions, apprenticeships and the Hero’s Journey in a student-centered, multi-age classroom.

Heroes Academy exists to move learners on a journey to understand and develop their most precious gifts, discover their deepest passions, and use them to serve others in a meaningful way that brings them joy. We believe our learners will go on to change the world in a profound way.

Position Description:

We are seeking a part time Guide to help lead our Early Childhood environment ("Spark" Studio ages 4 to 6). We are looking for an individual who patient and cary, is passionate about guiding children on their independent journey of life-long learning, and who possesses a depth, love, and commitment to Maria Montessori's methodology and materials.

In our 4 to 6 year old studio, this guide is expected to assist the lead guide in their effort to inspire our heroes to explore, be curious, and take ownership of their learning, built on the principles of Maria Montessori and other innovators in learning.

This candidate will be committing to part time work each day, which can be mornings, afternoons, or a combination of both. They will need to be available to occasionally be in the studio for a full day if the lead guide is ill or has some other emergency.

Qualifications Recommended but not required:

• Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and/or project-based experience required
• A deep curiosity about life and love of lifelong learning
• Innovative and entrepreneurial spirit
• Commitment to free market ideals
• Proven excellence in written and oral communication skills
• Evident passion for being on a Hero’s Journey.

This is a position for an independent learner who can work with little direct guidance; someone who likes to collaborate, experiment, evaluate and continually improve; someone who has a deep respect for all children believing that each human has genius within; and someone who is a flexible problem-solver. It is essential that this person can learn fast, loves to work hard and is an active reader and writer.

If this sounds like a fit, please respond with your resume and other information you feel would be helpful.

We respond quickly.

Hours per week:

• 10-19
• 20-29

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17