Generic - Montessori Upper Grades (9-12 year old) - 2026-2027

Garland Independent School District; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Garland Independent School District in Garland, Texas, seeks a qualified educator to lead Montessori-integrated elementary classrooms within a district framework. The role emphasizes strong instructional planning, classroom management, and collaboration with families and specialists.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and Texas Elementary Teaching Certification with ESL endorsement; Montessori credentials and multi-age experience are preferred, with 30 hours GT training as a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and Texas Elementary Teaching Certification with ESL endorsement required.
• Montessori credential from MACTE accredited center preferred.
• Montessori training/experience and multi-age Montessori environment experience preferred.
• Gifted and Talented 30 hours preferred.
• Demonstrated curriculum knowledge and strong communication/interpersonal skills.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Texas Elementary Teaching Certification with ESL endorsement

Montessori credential from MACTE accredited center, preferred

Job description

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Duty Days: 187

Pay Grade: 100

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas Elementary Teaching Certification with ESL endorsement
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position
• Montessori credential from a MACTE accredited center, preferred
• Montessori training and/or experience, preferred
• Experience in a multi-age Montessori environment, preferred
• Gifted and Talented 30 hours, preferred