Oaks & Acorns Montessori Childcare Ltd. and Montessori Casa Preschool and Out of School Care are growing, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated educators and specialists to join our Montessori community.
Company Overview
Oaks & Acorns Montessori Childcare Ltd. and Montessori Casa are family-run businesses dedicated to providing high-quality Montessori education and care for children across multiple locations. With over 20 years of experience, we foster nurturing, peaceful, and thoughtfully prepared environments rooted in the Montessori philosophy, emphasizing independence, curiosity, respect, and a lifelong love of learning.
We currently operate campuses in Southwest and Southeast Calgary, serving children and families through childcare, preschool, kindergarten, and out-of-school-care programming.
Together with Montessori Casa Preschool and Out of School Care, we are committed to supporting children, families, and educators through warm relationships, beautiful classroom environments, and a strong commitment to authentic Montessori practice.
Current Opportunities
We are currently hiring for a variety of positions across our programs, including:
- Montessori Assistants
- Montessori Guides
- Language Specialists
- Music Specialists
- Program Supervisors
- Classroom Support Staff
- Out of School Care Educators
- Summer students
Successful candidates may work with children in preschool, kindergarten, childcare, or out-of-school-care settings, depending on experience, qualifications, and program needs.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Extended health and dental benefits for eligible staff
- Professional development opportunities
- Montessori training and ongoing learning opportunities
- A beautiful, peaceful, and supportive work environment
- Dedicated, experienced, and long-term staff teams
- Company events and staff appreciation opportunities
- Corporate perks and add-ons, such as Calgary Flames tickets and theatre tickets available to staff
- The opportunity to grow within an established Montessori organization
Requirements
Montessori Guide and Program Supervisor applicants must hold a recognized Montessori diploma or credential, preferably from an AMI program or a MACTE-accredited teacher education program.
For all other positions, applicants must be willing to complete Montessori training and participate in ongoing professional development. We are looking for team members who are open to learning the Montessori philosophy, classroom approach, and child-centred practices that guide our programs.
Applicants must also:
- currently be located in Canada;
- have legal authorization to work in Canada, such as Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work permit;
- hold or be eligible for Alberta childcare certification;
- have experience working with children in a licensed childcare, preschool, school, or Montessori setting;
- have current First Aid/CPR, or be willing to obtain it;
- demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills;
- bring a calm, professional, and child-centred approach; and
- have a genuine interest in Montessori education and child development.
Specialist applicants, including language and music specialists, should have relevant training, experience, or demonstrated ability in their area of specialty.
If you are passionate about nurturing young minds and want to make a meaningful difference in children's lives, we invite you to become part of our dedicated team. We look forward to hearing from you!
Pay: $17.64-$45.12 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Alberta childcare certification (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
