Join the GMS team

GMS has been serving children and families for 40 years. Our small, dedicated, diverse staff supports the holistic education of children as they attend to their social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs. To do this, our staff works in classrooms, offices, and outdoor environments, as well as in the kitchen and nutrition programs. From care and instruction in the classroom to planning and cooking delicious home cooked meals to classroom cleaning, every role at GMS is crucial to what we do!  

The Guadalupe Montessori School is currently accepting applications for classroom assistants for the 2021-22 School Year. GMS is hiring for a variety of positions in our Toddler (18mos-3yrs), Primary/PreK (3-6yrs), and Elementary (6-12yrs) classrooms. Applicants must be reliable, willing to learn basic Montessori principles, be able to take direction, and possess an authentic love and respect for children. Ideal applicants will have some early childhood education background, CPR training, experience with classroom management, and excellent communication skills. All positions are in person with children and employees must be willing and able to follow COVID safe practices and all Covid-related requirements as set forth by the NM ECECD. Successful applicants will need to pass a background check and present a negative COVID test before they may begin work.  

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@guadalupemontessori. org or by mail to: School Director, 1731 North Alabama St., Silver City, NM 88061. Resumes must include at least three professional references.  Please put the name of the position you are applying for “Classroom Assistants for 21-22 SY” in the subject line of your email 

Applications for subs are accepted on a rolling basis. Hours vary with need, some regular sub shifts available. Please feel free to call the school at (575)388-3343 for more information.

GMS is looking for motivated workers for our kitchen and nutrition program, including prep cooks and dishwashers! These positions are highly physical and involve considerable moving, lifting, and bending. The ideal applicant will have experience in food service, and successful applicants will be efficient, detail oriented, and able to work quickly in a fast-paced environment. Positions vary and can be between 4 and 8 hours per week, and training will be provided on the job and kitchen/nutrition employees must also take the ServSafe training. Starting pay $12/hour. All GMS employees must provide a negative Covid test and clear a background check before employment is finalized. 

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@guadalupemontessori. org or by mail to: School Director, 1731 North Alabama St., Silver City, NM 88061. Resumes must include at least three professional references.  Please put the name of the position you are applying for “Kitchen and Nutrition” in the subject line of your email.

Applications for subs are accepted on a rolling basis. Hours vary with need, some regular sub shifts available. Please feel free to call the school at (575)388-3343 for more information.