Kitchen Manager / Bus Driver - Guidepost Montessori
Naperville, IL
About the Job
We are hiring a Kitchen Manager / Bus Driver for our lovely Guidepost Montessori school at South Naperville!
We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable kitchen manager as well as a bus driver who is excited about contributing to a larger school community.
This position is a full-time position with a typical work schedule of Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. We are flexible on the start date because we are looking for the right person to take on this role and join the community long term.
This role is a great opportunity to join a community of friendly, passionate people looking to make a difference in children's lives. If you are organized, fastidious and quick this is a wonderful opportunity to manage your own kitchen. Being knowledgeable about food allergies and responsive to those needs, while preparing the snacks and lunches for the day are crucial.
About You
- Excited about working around young children
- Food Handler or Food Manager
- Ability to work well with other adults and children
- Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
- 2+ years of kitchen experience
- Experience as a school bus driver
- 21 years old or a licensed bus driver
- Have a valid driver's license
- No convictions of driving under the influence or any other impaired driving offense.
This role is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door, and learn more about Montessori education!
What we offer:
- The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
- 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 12th grade)
- A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices
- Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities
- A competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
About Us
Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 140+ Montessori schools, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children's House, and Elementary programs. And with schools from Shanghai to Paris and California to New York, as well as virtual school and homeschooling support, there are countless opportunities for passionate educators to support children on their individual path to success.
At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We're on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators!
Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life!
If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!
Higher Ground Education, Guidepost Montessori, and Academy of Thought and Industry 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.