The Lead Guide is responsible for creating a safe, respectful, and nurturing classroom environment while guiding all students in the development of self-discipline, self-confidence, cooperation, and responsibility.
Key Areas of Focus
Professional Competency Requirements
Behavior Competency Requirements
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Professionalism
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Communication skills
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Flexibility/adaptability
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Enthusiasm
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Ability to problem-solve
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Team collaboration
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Personal drive and determination
General Responsibilities
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Maintain responsibility for student safety and physical well-being at all times.
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Work with instructional team and Principal to develop and implement supplemental curriculum studies
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Plan and coordinate field trips that enhance the curriculum.
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Hold parent conferences twice yearly (or more as needed) to provide feedback on student progress.
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Communicate with parents, regularly, via newsletter and school website.
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Respond in a timely manner to all parent inquiries.
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Provide extra support as needed to students and parents who are new to Montessori.
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Be familiar with the Parent Handbook.
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Complete ESE paperwork and attend IEP meetings as needed.
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Supervise, guide and support Classroom Assistant to effectively share and participate in classroom activities to meet academic directives.
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Follow policies and procedures detailed in Employee Handbook.
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Attend all faculty/staff meetings.
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Participate in all staff professional days.
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Maintain all materials, furniture, library books in good condition. Notify Principal or designee of needs for repair or replacement.
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Notify Front Office Administrator of all repair/maintenance needs.
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Help plan and attend all Open Houses and Parent Education nights.
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Attend and assist with all school performances and overnight trips.
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Voice concerns and seek help from Principal in a timely and positive manner.
