What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Teacher, Montessori position at Bangor Montessori School?
Job Overview
Bangor Montessori School is a well-established Montessori school
located in the heart of Bangor, Maine.
As our school grows, we are searching for an Elementary Teacher for our mixed-age Elementary classroom.
Candidate must be nurturing, organized, patient, and have an adaptable
mindset for the ever-changing dynamic of a classroom.
Please send cover letter and resume to etracy@bangormontessori.com
Job Type
Elementary Teacher, ages 6-12 years
- Full-Time, approx. 7-8 hours daily
- Mid-August- mid-June, (185 - school days)
- ( willing to consider a start date in spring 2025)
Perks
- Paid professional-development days throughout the school year
- 401K Safe Harbor Match
- Paid sick/personal time
- Compensation based on experience
- Staff tuition discount for enrolled children
Responsibilities
- Prepare the classroom environment for optimal learning
- Create and follow an individualized student curriculum, honoring each child's learning level
- Develop classroom schedules and routines with other Elementary teachers.
- Host weekly classroom team meetings with the Elementary staff
- Attend all monthly full-school staff meetings with the Head of School
- Attend/Host all staff development and teacher functions
- Establish and maintain a positive teacher/parent relationship through conferences,
newsletters, daily interaction at drop-off/pick-up, etc.
Qualifications
- Montessori Teaching Credential
- Bachelor's in Education or a related field
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Classroom management skills are a must
- Stong knowledge of curriculum development and Montessori instructional strategies for elementary education
- Ability to teach various subjects effectively, including Math and Physical Education.
- Ability to multi-task is a must!
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $46,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $46,000 - $52,000