What are the responsibilities and job description for the Montessori Lead Guide Primary Level position at Namaste Montessori School?
Namaste Montessori School is seeking a Lead Montessori Primary Guide to teach in an established primary classroom. A Montessori Credential from a MACTE accredited training program or current enrollment in such a program is preferred.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading an established mixed-age Montessori classroom of up to 18 children ages 3 to 6 years. You will be working in a beautiful, well-equipped Montessori classroom, supported by two trained and experienced assistant teachers. The classroom is located in a renovated turn-of-the-century building. The outdoor space includes gardens, wooded areas, a pond, and open fields where the children play, explore, and learn.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A bachelor’s degree preferred, Associate's Degree would also be considered
- Montessori diploma for the appropriate age group or working toward certification
- Experience working with children
- Passion for the Montessori philosophy and excellence in communicating this philosophy to parents and the community
- Genuine warmth and love for guiding children and their families
- A benevolent outlook towards solving problems and advocating for our educational viewpoint (at Namaste Montessori, we call this growth mindset “focusing on the solution, not on the problem”)
- Willingness to work and contribute as a member of a team
Benefits
Namaste Montessori offers a robust community of thoughtful educators, competitive salaries and benefits, generous time off, tuition discounts, and excellent professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Implement Montessori teaching methods to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for preschool children.
- Develop and execute lesson plans that align with the Montessori curriculum and educational standards.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that promotes children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support each child's individual learning needs and progress.
- Utilize effective communication skills to provide feedback and updates on children's growth and development.
Salary : $43,000 - $55,000
