Do work that matters! Every single afternoon.
We are hiring an Admin Assistant/ Afternoon Extended Day Coordinator for our Guidepost Montessori school at North Scottsdale!
At Guidepost Montessori, our Extended Day team creates a calm and joyful end to each child's day. This role is perfect for someone who loves working with children ages 0–6 and is looking to gain experience in an admin position!
Your Impact
As an Admin Assistant/ Extended Day Coordinator, you’ll support our daily school operations as well has plan and implement activities for our afternoon program for children ages 0-6. You'll help create a peaceful, engaging environment where children can unwind, explore, create and connect at the end of the day.
You'll provide administrative support to the Head of School and Assistant Head of School throughout the school day.
You'll also play a key role during pick-up, helping create a warm, welcoming experience for families and ensuring each child's day ends in a calm, connected way.
You'll receive prep time each day to ensure you are able to plan engaging activities for the children. You'll help maintain a consistent routine, and contribute ideas to make the program enriching and enjoyable for children.
What You’ll Do
- Support the school leadership team with administrative tasks
- Answer phones and greet families and visitors
- Assist with supply checks and ordering of school supplies
- Support with classroom coverage if needed
- Coordinate activities and staffing for the extended day program across the school
- Support a calm, safe, and engaging after-school environment
- Facilitate a mix of structured and open-ended activities
- Prepare materials and maintain an orderly space
- Supervise and engage with children in a warm, respectful way
- Welcome and engage with families at pick-up, ensuring a smooth transition home and sharing relevant updates
- Partner with the school team to ensure a smooth transition from the school day to extended care
- Contribute ideas and feedback to help strengthen the extended day experience
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, or camp setting
- A reliable, adaptable, organized, and proactive mindset
- A warm, patient, and engaging presence with children and families
- Ability to take initiative while also collaborating closely with a team
- A genuine love for working with young children
- Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience is welcome but not required)
What We Offer
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
- Ongoing professional development and mentorship
- Competitive pay
- Abundant opportunities for growth and career advancement
- A supportive network of peers who value collaboration and shared best practices
About Guidepost Montessori
Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old.
We believe children are capable and we design an education that nurtures independence, curiosity, and joy. Our mission is to transform education by helping every child reach their highest potential academically, socially, and emotionally.
If you love working with children and are looking for a role where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join our school community!
Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.
Skills Required
- Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, or camp setting
- Ability to support children ages 0-6 and supervise safely
- Reliable, adaptable, organized, and proactive mindset
- Warm, patient, and engaging presence with children and families
- Ability to take initiative while collaborating closely with a team
- Genuine love for working with young children
- Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience welcome)
What We Do
Guidepost Montessori is a global network of high-quality Montessori schools and child care programs dedicated to fostering children's independence through authentic, child-paced learning. Serving students from birth to age 18, the organization operates over 90 campuses across the United States and internationally, providing nurturing environments and personalized care aimed at helping every child thrive in a structured Montessori setting.
