Certified Montessori Teacher

Montessori Post; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Dynamic, supportive work environment

Job summary

Central Florida Preparatory School in Apopka, FL seeks a Certified Montessori Teacher to guide young learners (ages 3–6) using Montessori principles in a nurturing setting. The role emphasizes social, emotional, and cognitive growth, with a focus on independent, respectful learning and family collaboration.

The ideal candidate holds a MACTE-accredited Montessori certification (AMI/AMS/IMC accepted), a Bachelor's degree in Education, and at least one year of Montessori classroom experience.

Qualifications

• Montessori certification from MACTE-accredited institution required.
• AMI/AMS/IMC certifications welcome.
• At least 1 year of Montessori classroom experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement Montessori teaching strategies in classroom.
• Plan age-appropriate activities for holistic growth.
• Maintain safe, organized, welcoming environment.
• Assess student development and communicate progress to parents and admins.
• Build trusting relationships with students and families.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Montessori certification

Bachelor's degree

Montessori experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Certified Montessori Teacher (Primary, Ages 3–6)

Central Florida Preparatory School (CFP) — Apopka, FL

About Us

Celebrating 36 years of excellence in education, Central Florida Preparatory School is one of Florida’s premier private schools, recognized for its innovative Arts, Engineering, and Bio‑Medical Technology programs. Since 1990, CFP has fostered student engagement, hope for the future, and well‑being by tailoring educational experiences to individual needs. We’re a collaborative, family‑oriented community with low student‑to‑teacher ratios, 1:1 digital learning, and a strengths‑based approach — a warm place to build a career, and a wonderful community to relocate to in the greater Orlando area.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate Certified Montessori Teacher to join our vibrant learning community. This role focuses on guiding young learners through critical developmental stages using Montessori principles, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive growth in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Montessori teaching strategies to create an engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Plan and execute age‑appropriate activities that promote students’ holistic growth.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment that encourages independence and respect.
• Assess and monitor student development, communicating progress to parents and administrators.
• Build trusting, collaborative relationships with students and families.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with Montessori best practices.

Qualifications

• Montessori certification from a MACTE‑accredited institution is required. Certifications from AMI, AMS, or IMC are all welcome and eligible.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in a Montessori classroom setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• A dynamic, supportive, family‑oriented work environment.

Job Details

• Full‑time, Monday–Friday, in person.
• Location: Apopka, FL 32703 (relocation before start date required).

To Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Mary West [e-mail]. Questions may be directed to Mary West at 407-342-0581.