Career Opportunities

Maria Montessori School, an AMI Recognized school, is seeking an experienced, passionate AMI Primary Guide (ages 3–6) to join our exceptional team in the vibrant city of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

For over 50 years, we have been delivering high-fidelity Montessori education to children aged 18 months to 12 years. 

Located in the beautiful and family-friendly Leaside neighborhood of Midtown Toronto, our school offers a strong, close-knit community of educators, families, and students. We are deeply committed to authentic Montessori practice and fostering a lifelong love of learning.

This opportunity is ideal for a US-based AMI-trained educator interested in a new adventure just north of the border—Canada welcomes you!

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Implementing and delivering high-fidelity Montessori education 

• Establishing a child-centered classroom that encourages children to be independent and to respect themselves and others 

• Fostering a feeling of joy and discovery 

• Ensuring a safe and caring environment for students and their parents 

• Reporting and record keeping that ensures that the Principal and parents are kept abreast of the challenges, successes and competencies of each child 

• Having effective communication skills, and actively and positively interacting with parents in both formal and informal settings 

Qualifications and requirements: 

• AMI Primary 3-6 training 

• Experience in a Casa classroom is an asset 

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain 

• Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Search within past 6 months 

What MMS can offer you: 

• Bright, beautiful classrooms, each with a full set of Montessori material in which to work alongside an experienced and devoted assistant 

• An amazing midtown location close to beautiful green spaces, public transit and other amenities for you and your students 

• Ongoing professional development opportunities fully funded by the school

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including significant tuition discounts for staff children 

• A collaborative, supportive, inclusive work environment 

• And so much more… 

Maria Montessori School is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which everyone’s human rights are respected. It does not discriminate or permit any discrimination on grounds of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability. 

If you think this position is right for you, please email a cover letter and CV to Alanah Dickson at principal@mariamontessori.ca with “Casa Guide” in the subject line. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Start Date: As soon as possible