Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher

Job summary

Prepare and maintain a clean, stimulating, self-directed, and inclusive Lower Elementary Montessori classroom that supports students’ individual, social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs. Communicate positively with parents, serve as a respectful role model, and monitor and assess student progress, including writing progress reports.

Job details

Job Category: Foundations Montessori School Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Ancaster Posting Date: May 2024 Job Description Foundations Montessori School is hiring a full-time Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher (Grades 1-3) for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school is a warm and caring Montessori-rich environment that nurtures each child’s gifts and fosters the child’s total development: intellectual, social, and emotional – enabling them to be positive contributors to their community. We are looking for a Lower Elementary Teacher who aligns with our school values, has excellent communication and organizational skills, and a passion for the Montessori pedagogy. This team player should come with a positive attitude and professionalism. This is a full-time, contract position. Contracted hours of work: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, September 2024 to June 2025 as per our school calendar with December and March break off. Responsibilities Prepare a self-directed, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for students, to meet their individual needs following the Lower Elementary Montessori pedagogy. Maintain open and positive communication with students’ parents. Keep the classroom clean and inviting by keeping materials organized and clean. Understands the Montessori method and how to apply it in the Lower Elementary classroom focusing on the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of the students. A positive and respectful role model for young children who displays patience, kindness, and calmness in all interactions. Monitoring and assessing student progress and writing progress reports. Qualifications Montessori Teacher education training and certification; preferably AMI or MACTE certified. Experience working in a Montessori environment. Requirements Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check If you are interested in exploring a teaching opportunity with Foundations Montessori School, then we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter to the Principal, Katy Lange: principal@foundationsmontessori.ca. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted by email. Job Type Full-time Benefits On-site parking Schedule Monday to Friday Work Location: In person, 265 Wilson St East, Ancaster, L9G 2B8 www.foundationsmontessori.ca Application deadline: 2024-05-31 Expected start date: 2024-09-02

What you’ll do

Prepare and maintain a clean, stimulating, self-directed, and inclusive Lower Elementary Montessori classroom that supports students’ individual, social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs. Communicate positively with parents, serve as a respectful role model, and monitor and assess student progress, including writing progress reports.

Requirements

Montessori teacher education and certification are required, with AMI or MACTE certification preferred, along with experience working in a Montessori environment. A current Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required.

Benefits

• On-Site Parking

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Classroom organization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Montessori Pedagogy
• Classroom Preparation
• Inclusive Learning Environment
• Individualized Instruction
• Parent Communication
• Classroom Organization
• Student Assessment
• Progress Reporting
• Communication
• Organization
• Teamwork
• Patience
• Kindness
• Professionalism

Job areas

• Education