Contact Name:: Nicole Bettis
Contact Position in Company:: Director of Education, Montessori
Contact Email:: nicoleb@terraatserenbe.org
Position Available:: Primary Support Guide, Maternity Leave Coverage
School Name:: Terra School at Serenbe
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary (Maternity Leave Coverage)
Duration: Approximately 4 months (Late January 2027 through May 2027)
Work Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:45 am - 3:45 pm
School:
Terra School is in Serenbe, an idyllic community nestled among preserved forests and meadows in South Fulton county. Just 45 minutes outside of Atlanta, we opened our new campus in August 2023 with state-of-the-art 1500 square foot classrooms and attached outdoor learning spaces. As a community-based STEAM school, we serve families from a range of cities and towns in Fulton, Coweta, Carroll and Fayette counties.
We currently have 245 students and offer programs spanning from 8 weeks through 12th grade. Our goal is to nurture students who thrive in a diverse and ever-evolving world, equipped with resilience, intellectual humility, an ethical compass, and boundless curiosity.
Position:
Terra School at Serenbe seeks a Montessori Primary Support Guide (ages 3-6) to provide temporary classroom coverage during a maternity leave from late January through May 2027. As a Primary Support Guide, you will play a key role in maintaining a positive environment, supporting the lead educators, and empowering students during this transition period. As a Montessori program, we strive to support the sensitive periods of each learner. The goal is to allow them to develop an intrinsic motivation to learn. This position serves as additional support and guidance in the Primary classroom (ages 3-6) where needed for the duration of the assignment.
Responsibilities:
Environmental Support: Prepare daily classroom spaces, ensuring access to materials. Anticipate and address safety concerns.
Curriculum Implementation: Assist in implementing Montessori lessons and curricula, and assist in tone-keeping and classroom management.
Accountability and Empowerment: Empower our youngest learners by promoting self-care and independence.
Academic Assistance: Assist with daily classroom routines and reinforce learning.
Classroom Operations: Perform miscellaneous duties to support classroom operations, i.e., rest time, lunch, and outside time.
Relating joyfully and sensitively to children.
Following teacher-provided lesson plans in the event of a teacher absence.
Required Qualifications:
Experience in early childhood, childcare, or Montessori environments
High school diploma or equivalent
Help children by giving them the tools to be independent
Are open to guiding your colleagues, and be guided by them in turn
Take pride in your work
Get energized and inspired by working with young children!
Preferred Qualifications:
Have obtained a Montessori diploma or certification, or training (AMS, AMI, MACTE preferred)
Have obtained an Associates Credential in Infant and Toddler Care (or equivalent experience)
Have experience with the 3-6 age group in a group setting
Compensation:
This is a temporary position paid at a flat daily rate.
APPLICATION NOTES
Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to Nicole Bettis, Director of Education (nicoleb@terraatserenbe.org). Feel free to include any additional supporting documents that would help us better understand your qualifications and suitability for the role.
Terra School at Serenbe is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
Please explore our website to learn more about our community. After reviewing the employment opportunities and job postings, we invite you to apply through our website, which will allow us to review your materials, talents, and qualifications. You can also include supporting documents to help us get to know you better.
After reviewing each candidate's materials, we will notify you if proceeding with a phone interview. After the first round of interviews (by phone), we will select candidates to interview on campus. Depending on the position, an on-campus interview may include speaking with administrators and faculty members, as well as observing classrooms. Visiting campus is an important part of our interview process and offers a sense of what it means to work and teach at Terra.
