Position Summary:
We are looking for an experienced AMI/AMS/MACTE Montessori-credentialled teacher who would be responsible for the implementation of an authentic Montessori Early Childhood (3-6) curriculum in a safe, healthy and nurturing Dual Language Spanish/English classroom environment that supports each child’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth and development.
Our ideal candidate would possess a mature, gracious, highly responsible, and professional manner; exemplify a consistently positive attitude; excellent verbal and written communication skills; and capable of finding creative solutions to challenges.
The preferred start date for this position would be about July 20th or earlier.
Experience and Education:
- Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field or equivalent professional experience.
- AMS, AMI, IMC or other MACTE-accredited Early Childhood diploma.
- Prior lead teacher experience with 3-6 year olds in a licensed or accredited Montessori school.
- Knowledgeable about Montessori philosophy and materials.
- High level of fluency in Spanish and English
- Prefers Montessori teacher with experience in a Dual-Language or Spanish Immersion classroom.
- Meet additional requirements as set by minimum state standards, background check, etc.
Preferred Qualities:
- Respectful, thoughtful, and mature communication style with children, co-workers, and parents
- Interest and willingness to engage in ongoing professional development
- Demonstrates initiative and support in school needs
- Excellent writing skills
- Problem-solving abilities with creativity and resourcefulness
- Passionate, knowledgeable, and self-motivated
- Excellent references
- Attentive and responsive to details
- Able to work independently and provide effective leadership
- Interacts with an abundance of patience in all situations
- Dependable, reliable and timely
Main Job Responsibilities:
Planning, Preparation & Instruction…
- Proactively plans and prepares classroom activities and age-appropriate Montessori lessons from observations that provides for the individual needs of each classroom student and supports cognitive, emotional, social and physical development in a safe and nurturing atmosphere;
- Works with the Assistant Teacher to ensure that all children are making good progress through the curriculum.
Classroom Environment & Management…
- Ensures that the classroom is a beautifully and richly prepared environment, with attention to details that support the needs of the children within the classroom;
- Manages clutter and keeps all items in good working condition, arranged and orderly, and properly cleaned. Classroom management techniques knowledge of Montessori ideals and philosophies and experience in implementation;
- Provides close supervision of children and proper discipline and guidance techniques;
- Ensures proper child to teacher ratios, along with other state and/or accreditation standards.
Recordkeeping…
- Maintains daily records, notes and samples of the children’s work;
- Makes regular observations of the children to assess and plan for future lessons;
- Makes use of various recordkeeping strategies to assist in parent-teacher conference reports and other progress meetings with parents and/or professionals as needed.
- Will train for use of Transparent Classroom recordkeeping program
Communication…
- The teacher responsibly communicates with parents on their child’s progress and in providing parent education regarding Montessori and child development;
- Communicates with school staff in all matters that pertain to the success of the school and information regarding school matters;
- Develops positive relationships with families and others;
- Protects the privacy and confidentiality of students and families in the school community.
Professional Responsibility…
- Practices ongoing self-assessment, reflection and refinement of practice in the classroom as well as collaborative professional growth;
- Maintains continuing education requirements and other standards;
- Interacts with integrity and purpose;
- Implements suggestions from administration;
- Participates in school events, activities and staff meetings;
- Assists in mentoring younger teachers as needed and participates in curriculum development.
About Us:
Alden Montessori School is a small private school founded and run by experienced Montessorians dedicated to the principles and teaching practices as described by Maria Montessori. We strive to provide the best for our teaching staff and the children and families of our school community. We are conscientious in creating a work environment that is pleasant, friendly, and supportive. We offer paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, staff child tuition discounts, medical/dental/vision health insurance, and professional development opportunities. Salary compensation is provided for trained lead teaching staff and is commensurate with education, training, and experience, and typically falls in the $20-24 range). Alden Montessori School is a full member school of the International Montessori Council and is licensed by AMI Teachers of Texas.
Alden Montessori School, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Early Childhood Montessori Education: 3 years (Required)
- Montessori Spanish Immersion Classroom: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- AMS/AMI/MACTE-accredited Montessori Diploma (3-6) (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
