Primary Co-Guide

The Earth Tortoise School is a Montessori progam in SE Portland serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate individual to join our Primary classroom as a Co-Guide for the 2024/2025 School Year.

A little bit about us:

The Earth Tortoise School opened in East Portland in 2010. Over the past 10 years we have cultivated a beautiful community of children, teachers, and families. We work hard to create supportive relationships that help everyone feel like the school is an extention of their home. We are passionate about the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, our guiding principles being: 1) to follow the child and 2) to support the whole child.

For more information, visit our website at www.theearthtortoiseschool.com

Our vision for the perfect candidate:

We are looking for an individual who truly loves working with children, understanding that these years are so important to the developng child’s sense of self. Our staff needs to be flexible, easy going, understanding and compassionate. Our ideal candidate is comfortable observing children as they work, allowing them to be independent – knowing that this allows us to learn about their skills and needs so we can better serve their needs. The ideal candidate has the confidence to work towards long term goals. They are organized, focused, self-driven, and efficient. A sense of humor always helps. They also need to be responsible, dependable and punctual. In turn, we are decicated to supporting you in working together with the staff, developing the classroom and program, and evolving as an educator and caregiver.

* 3-5 Years of in-classroom experience strongly preferred

* Montessori credential at the Primary level (ages 3 to 6) or

* understanding of the Montessori approach or the excitement to learn more is required

· Paid Time Off, Paid School Closures, Medical and Dental Insurance, financial supports for Professional Development, and discounted tuition are offered

· Competitive pay is based on Education and Experience

If you are interested in learning more, please contact us with an introductory letter and resume.