AMI Elementary Montessori Guide / Teacher
Opportunity for an Additional Principal Role
Sea to Sky Montessori Society | Squamish, British Columbia, Canada

Start date: August 23, 2027, or earlier by arrangement to allow for overlap with our current Guide
Annual salary: $58,000 – $75,000 CAD, depending on qualifications, experience and agreed responsibilities

Sea to Sky Montessori Society is seeking a caring, collaborative AMI-trained Elementary Guide to lead our established classroom for children ages 6–12.

Located in beautiful Squamish, BC, our school offers the opportunity to join a close-knit learning community with an established Montessori classroom and a classroom assistant. We are looking for an educator who values independence, curiosity and respectful relationships, and who will nurture each child’s academic, social and emotional development.

The Role

Responsibilities include:

● Preparing and maintaining an engaging Montessori environment that supports the developmental needs of children ages 6–12.
● Delivering authentic AMI Montessori lessons and learning experiences while meeting BC curriculum requirements.
● Observing and documenting student progress, maintaining records, and completing assessments and reports.
● Supporting independence, responsibility, collaboration and a strong classroom community.
● Working closely with the classroom assistant, school leadership and families.
● Contributing to parent education, school activities and ongoing program development.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold an Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Elementary Diploma for ages 6–12.

We are also looking for:

● Current BC teaching certification or eligibility to obtain the appropriate certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch.
● Experience working with elementary-aged children in a Montessori environment.
● Strong communication, organization and classroom leadership skills.
● A warm, respectful and inclusive approach to working with children and families
● A collaborative mindset and commitment to ongoing professional learning.

Optional Principal Opportunity

For a candidate with suitable qualifications, experience and interest, the position may include the additional title of Principal, overseeing the educational curriculum of our Kindergarten and Elementary programs, alongside associated educational leadership and compliance responsibilities.

The scope of this role, responsibilities and compensation will be discussed during the hiring process. Applicants may express interest in the Guide position alone or in the combined Guide and Principal role.

International Applicants and Certification Support

We welcome applications from Canadian and international AMI-trained educators. For the right candidate, the school is willing to support the application process for appropriate teaching certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB) and explore employer support for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and related work permit process, where required.

Support will be considered based on the candidate’s qualifications and eligibility. Employment is subject to obtaining the necessary BC teaching authorization and legal authorization to work in Canada.

What We Offer

● An established Montessori Elementary classroom with a classroom assistant.
● An annual salary of $58,000 – $75,000CAD, reflecting qualifications, experience and agreed responsibilities.
● Financial assistance toward agreed further training and professional development.
● An opportunity to take on educational leadership through an additional Principal role.
● The possibility of an earlier start to support a thoughtful handover with our current Guide.
● The opportunity to live and work in Squamish, surrounded by mountains, forests and a vibrant community.

How to Apply

Please send your résumé and cover letter to admin@smsed.ca, outlining your AMI Elementary qualifications, teaching experience, current teaching certification and availability.

Please indicate whether you are interested in the additional Principal role and whether you would require support with BC certification or authorization to work in Canada.

Applications will be reviewed as received.