shadyoakmontessori

Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks is seeking a Primary Guide to begin teaching immediately. An AMI diploma is required of all applicants and experience is preferred. Founded in 1983, Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks has one toddler and three primary classes. Our school is recognized as an AMI accredited school. The school is located in Redding, California. Redding is a growing community of approximately 90,000 people located at the far north end of the Sacramento Valley, close to Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen, and the Pacific Ocean. For more information on our beautiful community you can go to www.visitredding.org . Year-round employment opportunities are available with a competitive salary. Blue Cross Insurance is available at a shared cost. Our school offers a generous vacation and holiday package.

History

The school was founded in 1983 by Marion Darancette. Marion trained at the AMI Institute in Mexico City, and received her Montessori diploma in 1974 when she was almost fifty years old. She taught for over 10 years before founding her own school. The school moved into its present location in 1986.

Demographics

Licensed by the State of California for 84 children
AMI recognized and NAEYC accredited
1 toddler class with 12 two year olds
3 primary classes each with 24 children ages 3 through kindergarten (one of the primary classes is an all-day Montessori program)
Primary classes offer only 5 day a week attendance with a variety of hours
Academic year program with optional summer program
Hours are 7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday though Friday
Each classroom has a full complement of Montessori materials
Located in Redding, California, population approximately 90,000, at the far north end of the Sacramento Valley.
Surrounded by lakes and mountains to the east, north, and west
For more information on our area go to www.visitredding.com
The cost of housing is reasonable but has increased in the last few years
The local newspaper classified section can be accessed at www.redding.com

Guide Position

All the current guides at our school are AMI trained and each has over 10 years experience
Guides have an active role in choosing an assistant
Parent support group assists with grants for conferences or refresher courses

Guide Position Salary and Benefits

Competitive Salary Scale based on education and experience
Opportunity for additional summer employment
Blue Cross health insurance at a shared cost for all fulltime employees, additional coverage for spouse or children is at the employee’s expense.
Generous holiday and vacation package.

Guide Requirements

Successful completion of AMI primary course
All guides must satisfy the California licensing requirements for education and pass a criminal background clearance. All international applicants must hold a valid passport and the appropriate visa to allow them to work in the United States.