MIR offers great benefits for full-time employees, including

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance. MIR pays the monthly medical, dental, an vision premiums for the employee.
• 403(b) and contribution matching
• Paid time off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition discount
• Life insurance and optional supplemental insurance

MIR is located in Redlands, California. The city offers a strong economy and good employment opportunities for family members, thanks to diverse local employers. Just 60 miles east of Los Angeles, Redlands is close to all Southern California offers but far enough to retain its small-town charm.

In our work with the children and each other, we will embody the values of Safety, Empathy, Clarity, and Joy.

• Safety: Support, to the best of our ability, the physical and psychical safety of each person.
• Empathy: Respect each other’s feelings and treat each other with compassion and grace.
• Clarity: Be clear, consistent, and inclusive, to the extent possible, in our actions and words.
• Joy: Reflect our sense of gratefulness, contentment, playfulness, and happiness.

We, the staff of MIR, will work together to create a welcoming, safe, and respectful professional environment. When we interact with one another, we will work to foster an environment in which each person understands that they are a valued, integral member of the community. In order to accomplish this, we will:

• Welcome and acknowledge each person.
• Respect and appreciate each person’s strengths and abilities.
• Encourage clear, open, honest communication.
• Model the behavior we wish to see in others.

Uncomfortable feelings and conflict are inevitable. Together, we will address these situations by

1. Venting frustration in an appropriate manner, avoiding gossip or blame.
2. Being respectful and discerning when holding conversations, ensuring that the privacy and confidentiality of others are a priority.
3. Listening actively with the intent to hear and reflect, not react and defend.
4. Resisting the urge to counsel or correct the other person.

A Montessori classroom is student-centered, and teachers guide rather than lead students in their learning. The interactions among students and staff are respectful and informal.

If you are unfamiliar with a Montessori environment, you will be amazed at what the children can do and accomplish at any age when given freedom with responsibility. You'll enjoy working with them every day! Visit our program pages to see the classes in action.