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Work at Capucine

 

Who we are:

Capucine Montessori is a small teacher-led Montessori school for 2.9-6 year-olds that also offers support and education for parents. We are located in Cambridge, Massachusetts near Porter Square in an area nestled between small businesses and a beautiful residential neighborhood. We are a Wildflower school, which means we are part of a larger network of small Montessori schools. Our mission is to collaborate with families to nurture the minds and the spirits of young children. We strive for equity, community, and connections with nature in our urban environment. We want our staff to reflect the rich diversity of our students and families, as well as the commitment of our community towards the success of the school.

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We are searching for September 2025:

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French Montessori Assistant Teacher - full time

Aftercare Teacher and Classroom Assistant - part time

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Francophone Assistant

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Capucine Montessori School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable French Assistant Teacher to join our dedicated team for the upcoming school year. This is a full-time position supporting a mixed-age early childhood classroom (ages 2.9–6) in a nurturing, bilingual Montessori environment.

 

About Us:
Capucine Montessori is a warm and welcoming school located in Cambridge, MA. We offer a rich Montessori curriculum that honors children’s natural curiosity and fosters independence, respect, and a lifelong love of learning. Our school community is collaborative, joyful, and rooted in strong partnerships with families.

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Role & Responsibilities:

  • Support the lead Montessori guide in preparing and maintaining a peaceful, engaging classroom environment.

  • Interact with children in French throughout the day to promote immersion and natural language acquisition.

  • Assist with daily routines, including transitions, snack, outdoor time, and rest.

  • Observe children closely and support their social, emotional, and cognitive development.

  • Collaborate with team members to ensure a consistent and responsive classroom culture.

  • Maintain a safe and orderly environment, and support classroom cleaning and organization.

 

Qualifications:

  • Fluent French speaker (native or near-native proficiency).

  • Experience working with young children, ideally in a Montessori or early childhood setting.

  • Warm, calm, and respectful demeanor with children.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  • Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to commit to a full-time schedule (Monday–Friday).

  • CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

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Preferred but not required:

  • Familiarity with Montessori philosophy.

  • EEC teacher or assistant teacher certification.

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Compensation & Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a supportive school culture where staff are valued and celebrated.

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To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to info@capucinemontessori.org with the subject line “French Assistant Teacher Application.”

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We look forward to welcoming a new member to our passionate and thoughtful team!

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Aftercare Teacher/Assistant

We are seeking a caring, responsible Aftercare Teacher to join our team! The ideal candidate will help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children at the end of the school day.

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Hours:

Monday - Thursday 3:45 pm - 5:30

Wednesdays: 12:00 pm - 5:30

Fridays: 12:00 - 4:00 pm

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Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and engage children during aftercare hours, including indoor and outdoor play

  • Support and maintain daily routines to ensure a smooth transition from the school day

  • Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe space

  • Oversee safety on the playground and in all aftercare settings

  • Collaborate with and support the aftercare lead teacher

 

Qualifications:

  • Experience working with children 

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude

  • French language proficiency a plus

 

To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to nasturtium@capucinemontessori.org

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Aftercare Teacher

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