American Montessori Society

Join Parkside Montessori!

Parkside Montessori is looking for one Upper Elementary Guide (grades 4th- 6th) to join our amazing public Montessori school. We’re looking for educators who are passionate, collaborative, and equity-minded. Join Parkside to make an impact in the public sector and receive a great salary and benefits exceeding private schools.

E-mail principal Nima Tahai with your resume to express your interest at ntahai@smfc.k12.ca.us

About Parkside

We are a public Montessori Pre-K to 8th grade. We aim to become accredited by the American Montessori Society while our staff continues to ensure academic proficiency on Common Core Standards through Montessori instruction. We are actively partnering with the National Center for Montessori in the Public Sector (NCMPS) as we strive to uphold their Essential Elements and engage with them for regular Montessori professional development. Join us and help us build a model public Montessori program option for all students in San Mateo and Foster City.

Make an Impact

• Become a strong voice amongst a highly engaged community of constructivist teachers committed to learning and implementing the Montessori philosophy in an inclusive public school environment
• Join our public movement to ensure that a high-quality Montessori education is available for ALL students

Benefit Your Future

• Earn a competitive salary that exceeds the level of private schools in the region
• Access comprehensive benefits provided by the San Mateo Foster City School District including: paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement plans, and more.

Join Our Amazing Team!

All Parkside teachers are Montessori trained or enrolled in MACTE-approved training

Our on-site Montessori coach supports the development of all staff

In addition to a Bachelor's degree, all applicants must have a California Teaching Credential (or equivalent from another state) or must be actively enrolled in a program to obtain the California Credential