Primary Montessori Teacher

Northstar Montessori Preschool

Saline, MI 48176, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Education

Full Time

Job Description

The Lead Teacher of a Northstar Montessori classroom is a guide who helps direct the children’s academic, emotional, and physical development in a prepared and peaceful Montessori environment that challenges each child to reach his/her fullest potential. The Lead Teacher shall set up, operate, and maintain their classroom with the order and neatness characteristic of the Montessori environment. The Lead Teacher shall communicate collaboratively with all families and staff, striving to become the most effective educator possible.

The ideal candidate must hold a Primary Montessori Teaching Credential.

This is a permanent full time position.

Duties

Possesses an attitude which shows belief in the Montessori philosophy and pride in the work being done.
Carries out duties and work schedules in a consistent manner.
Attends all staff meetings.
Consistently arrives at work in a timely fashion.
Respects and adheres to all safety requirements.
Works collaboratively with the Director, fellow Teachers, and other Support Staff.
Serving as a role model to the Assistant Teachers in the classroom.
Modeling desirable communication habits.
Preparing the environment to meet each child’s needs, using observation to develop strategies that engage the child.
Providing and modeling a peaceful learning environment.
Keeping the classroom environment clean and orderly.
Seeking out and participating in professional development to improve quality within the school and to meet all State of Michigan requirements.
Working with other teachers on special programming and school events.
Communicating as often as necessary to individual families about their child(ren).

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance

Schedule

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Primary Montessori Classroom: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

First Aid Certification (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
Primary Montessori Teaching Credential (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Saline, MI 48176 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Saline, MI 48176: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Company DescriptionProviding quality care for children in the Saline, MI area for over 20 years, Northstar Montessori Preschool offers a safe, loving, home-like environment for students aged 6 weeks to 6 years to learn and grow using the Montessori method.

Company Description

Providing quality care for children in the Saline, MI area for over 20 years, Northstar Montessori Preschool offers a safe, loving, home-like environment for students aged 6 weeks to 6 years to learn and grow using the Montessori method.