Position Title: Montessori Lead Guide
Reports To: Program Director

Position Summary: Wing Kei Montessori School located in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a passionate
Montessori Lead Guide to start a new Primary/Casa environment in the Fall of 2025. Wing Kei
Montessori School was established in the summer of 2020. It is Calgary’s first Chinese/English (bilingual)
language Montessori Program in the city. It currently serves 160 children from 12 months to 6 years of
age. At Wing Kei Montessori, we believe in unleashing every child’s true potential in all areas of
development. We are an educational centre that nurtures and respects each child’s learning pace. We
believe in the importance of providing an enriching prepared environment allowing each child to thrive and
grow!

Qualifications:
● Montessori Guide Training – AMI accredited Montessori Training Centre
● Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, or a related discipline is recommended
● Early Childcare Educator Certificate (ECE level 1) or above
● 3-5 years of work experience in a Montessori Environment is recommended
● Valid Child Care First Aid/CPR certificate
● Food Handler certification (approved by the province of Alberta)

Language Requirement: Fluency in English (oral and written); knowledge of a second language such as
Chinese (Mandarin / Cantonese) is an asset.

Montessori Lead Guide Responsibilities:
● Observe behaviours and needs, model grace and courtesy, prepare lessons, assist in the
development of the whole child, and instill independence.
● Create and maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment where all children feel safe and
valued.
● Provide lessons focusing on the individual child and their needs.
● Establish rapport and build relationships with children and their families based on respect; work
collaboratively with children, families, and staff.
● Record keeping: monitor and assess children’s progress and write reports.
● Communicate to parents the child’s development and progress; lead parent meetings.

Working Condition: Exposure to all child care elements through regular contact with children

How to Apply:
If you are ready to inspire and guide young learners on their educational journey, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your cover letter and resume via email to admin.wkm@wingkeimontessori.org. For
additional information about Wing Kei Montessori School, visit our website at wingkeimontessori.org
Schedule: Monday to Friday (September to June)
Application deadline: 2025-05-15