Montessori Elementary Guide header image. The picture is of a beach chair, with a hat, facing a beautiful blue ocean on white sands. Peeping around the corner is a palm tree. The image depicts the pleasure of working in an environment which is close to the Carribean.

International Montessori School

Elementary Montessori Guide (6–12)

Carribean

About the Role

We are welcoming applications from experienced and passionate Elementary Montessori Guides (ages 6–12) who are deeply committed to child-centred education, authentic Montessori practice, and long-term professional growth within a collaborative international school community.

This role is within a well-established, independent Montessori school in the Caribbean, serving a diverse international and local family population. The school is intentionally small, values long-term relationships, and is deeply committed to maintaining fidelity to Montessori principles across its environments.

Located in a safe and welcoming coastal region of the Caribbean, the school offers a rare combination of professional seriousness and exceptional quality of life. Guides live and work in a real community rather than a resort setting, with easy access to nature, beaches, and outdoor life alongside the rhythm and responsibility of a purposeful school environment.

The Elementary programme is carefully designed to support the developmental needs of the child while offering structure, mentorship, and meaningful professional collaboration.

Position Overview

  • Elementary Montessori Guide (ages 6–12)
  • Full-time, on-site position
  • International and bilingual school environment
  • Strong academic coordination and classroom support

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive monthly salary (details shared later in the process)
  • Performance-based incentives
  • School-provided shared housing
  • Daily transportation to and from school
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Paid holidays and vacation in line with the school calendar
  • Annual travel support, subject to completion of the academic year
  • Professional development support
  • Year-end statutory bonus in accordance with local labour law
  • Clear evaluation criteria and ongoing professional feedback
The Blue Word Lists, is an element from the Montessori Blue Reading Series. This product consists of 12 word lists with 8 words per list. The picture at the top of the list, is an image of the 1st word. The aim is for the Child to sight read, without the support of images. Sensory phonics, using images and words, help to teach the Child to read. This is the 2nd set in a 3-part Montessori Reading Series, guiding the Child through an in-depth understanding of word building and reading. Search for XLG6060 to view the full set of all elements making up the Montessori Blue Reading Series.
The Tertiary Colours in the Colour Box 2

Requirements

  • Native-level English speaker
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Montessori Elementary certification (AMI, AMS, or MACTE) or currently in progress
  • Experience working in a Montessori Elementary classroom
  • Strong understanding of Cosmic Education and Montessori pedagogy
  • Ability to plan, guide, and document Elementary-level work in alignment with Montessori principles
  • Enthusiastic, adaptable, and mission-driven

Professional Environment

  • Fully prepared Montessori classrooms with authentic materials
  • Respect for uninterrupted work cycles
  • Administrative involvement focused on classroom quality
  • Ongoing pedagogical guidance and collaboration

We Value Candidates Who

  • Are philosophically aligned with Montessori principles
  • Demonstrate strong classroom leadership and communication skills
  • Are culturally adaptable and realistic about international relocation
  • Are seeking a meaningful professional opportunity rather than a short-term adventure

Imagine teaching in an authentic Montessori environment just minutes from a stretch of white-sand beach in the Caribbean, where turquoise waters, palm-lined shores, and warm tropical air are part of everyday life. This role offers the rare opportunity to combine meaningful, focused work with a balanced coastal lifestyle — one that supports both professional growth and personal wellbeing.

This position offers the chance to grow professionally within a supportive Montessori community while enjoying an exceptional quality of life in a safe, welcoming Caribbean setting. It is ideally suited to guides who value authenticity, commitment, and thoughtful collaboration.

 

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