Xplor Education·Hawthorne, California
Classroom Assistants will support the Lead Guide in a new infant and toddler Montessori community (ages 18 months - 3 years), helping children achieve their developmental potential in an inspiring environment. This full-time role operates Monday through Friday with variable shift times between 8:00am and 6:30pm.
Join Discovery, a vibrant, high-quality Montessori community for children aged 12 weeks to 6 years.
The Opportunity.
We are conducting a search for several full-time Classroom Assistants to support one of our new infant and toddler communities (ages 18 mos. - 3 years) on track tom open this spring!
Under the direction of the Lead Guide, you will help children fulfill their developmental potential in an authentically prepared, inspiring Montessori environment.
This position is Monday - Friday with start times ranging from 8:00am - 9:30am and end times ranging from 5:00pm - 6:30pm.
Montessori experience is not required, but we welcome educators with an appreciation for and openness to learning more about the method.
We provide training and resources to our new staff members.
About Discovery.
Discovery is a collaboration between Xplor Education and a leading Southern California aerospace company.
Joining Discovery means you will become part of a one-of-a-kind school community (one of the largest authentic Montessori schools in Southern California), guiding children to become capable and independent learners.
We value collaboration, creativity, and attention to detail.
About Xplor Education.
Xplor Education partners with America’s most innovative companies to provide distinctive Montessori early childhood education that leads to more capable individuals, happier families, healthier organizations, and stronger communities.
Minimum Requirements.
Please apply if you meet or exceed the minimum requirements and are interested in joining our team in Spring 2026: Have earned at least 12 college-level early childhood education credits (at least 3 of the 12 credits must be in infant/toddler care and development) Enjoy working with young children Are warm, joyful, and professional Have valid CPR and first aid certification (or willingness to become CPR and first aid-certified before you begin employment) Have negative TB test results within the last 12 months (or willingness to take a TB test which show negative results before your first day of employment) Are a US citizen or green card holder We are especially interested in candidates who: Have experience working in high-quality preschools, particularly authentic Montessori preschools Speak other languages Have interests that you enjoy sharing with children such as music, art, science, gardening, and movement Thank you for considering this opportunity!
Applicants must have earned a minimum of 12 college credits in early childhood education, including at least 3 credits specific to infant/toddler care and development. Candidates must also possess valid CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain them before employment begins.
Market context
In California, assistant Montessori infant and toddler teacher roles are often in steady demand because programs serving children 12 weeks to 36 months need staff with both early childhood training and current safety credentials. These positions can be competitive when schools look for candidates with infant/toddler-specific coursework, CPR and First Aid, and familiarity with Montessori routines. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your credits and certification status before applying.
