MdTL, an independent school in San Rafael serving children 2 years old through 6th grade, is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Lower Elementary program (6-9 year olds) for the 2025-26 school year.
Start Date: August 12, 2025
Full-Time Position (40 hours/week): 7:30am - 4:00pm M-F
MdTL has a wonderfully supportive staff and community, and is a great place to grow your career.
Position Summary:
The Lower Elementary Assistant Teacher provides daily support to the classroom’s AMI-trained Head Teacher in a multi-aged Montessori classroom.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist Head Teacher with basic classroom support
Share the responsibility for the safety and physical well-being of children at all times
Be responsible for daily classroom preparation as directed by the Head Teacher
Various classroom administrative task
Supervise the yard during play time
Cultivate and reinforce positive student behavior
Model appropriate behavior by demonstrating respect and care towards students and staff at all times
Requirements / Desirables:
Minimum 2 years teaching/childcare experience preferred
Montessori experience preferred
Negative TB test within 4 years
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Available to start August 12, 2025
Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply fluent in Spanish and English preferred
We Offer:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Health & Dental Benefits (90% premiums employer paid)
Participation in 403b Retirement Plan (3% employer contribution after 1 year of employment/6% match after 4 years of employment)
Professional Development Opportunities
Paid Holidays
PTO/Sick Time
Please email cover letter and resume to employment@mdtl.org.
