Lead Montessori Teacher

Do you want to be a part of a team that implements an authentic and inclusive Montessori model for a wide variety of children, regardless of socio-economic status?  Are you interested in being a part of a team that is committed to social justice and educating our future leaders?  If so, this Montessori position may just be the opportunity you are looking for! Lead Montessori Teacher  - Lead 1 through 3 Year Classes - Montessori Certified 0-3 (or in the process of getting certified) - Multiple Positions Available (up to 4 openings at this time) - Entry-Level to Highly Experienced Candidates Encouraged to Apply - Direct Hire with Excellent Health & Retirement Benefits - 2 Central Locations (both within 7 minutes of Downtown) • Interact with children in an open, honest, and loving manner, always with dignity and respect. • Respectfully, courteously, and professionally include families in our Montessori environment and actively encourage and support family participation in program activities. • Calmly and efficiently plan, supervise and implement the curriculum for the children in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school.  • Serve as a positive and consistent leader for classroom staff, families, and the organization.   • Participate in the continuous and creative process to meet individual and program goals through training and professional development.   • Treat the children with dignity, respect and with sensitivity to their cultural and socio-economic background. • Act on the faith that the child’s potential will reveal itself; trust that the child is able to do things by themselves. • Responsible for ensuring the safety, health, physical and social/emotion well-being of the children at all times. • Schedule and complete all regular conferences, home visits, phone calls, monthly curriculum journals and developmental screenings as needed for each child in a timely manner. • Effectively communicate and collaborate with classroom teammates. • Complete all supervisory responsibilities for classroom staff including but not limited to recruiting, one-on-one supervisions, performance evaluations, goals, and accountability.   • Participate in community and public relations events involving the school. • Participate in recommended training programs, educational conferences, professional days, staff meetings, and other courses pertinent to professional growth.  • Complete all child-related paperwork on a daily basis. • Attend and participate in all regular scheduled meetings and agency events. • Maintain required credentials.  • Maintain confidentiality with children, families and staff. • Must have current A to I Montessori Diploma or in the process of completing the diploma (AMI or AMS) • Must meet or exceed the requirements for a CDA (or Group Leader Certificate, Early Childhood Teacher, etc.) or be able to obtain within one year of hire. • 2-5 years of teaching experience with ages 0-3 preferred • Experience and commitment to working with children and families of diverse populations. • Must be motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.  • Must demonstrate a positive attitude with a commitment to customer service.  • Must demonstrate experience with leading a successful team.   • Must have oral and written proficiency in the English language. • Must be able to work the hours of the position based on the organization’s needs.  • Must have reliable transportation in order to complete home visits. • Must have current Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions or they must be obtained within the initial review period.  • Must complete clearance of a background check, post-offer, pre-employment physical, and TB test. The Job Store is an EOE *** APPLICANTS MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE U.S.A. FOR ANY EMPLOYER ***