Interim Upper Elementary Montessori Lead, Seton Academy

Seton Montessori School; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Academy in Villa Park, Illinois, seeks an Interim Upper Elementary Montessori Directress to maintain the established classroom during a maternity leave. The role emphasizes continuity of instruction and supporting students’ academic, social, and spiritual growth within our Catholic Montessori community.

The temporary appointment runs approximately October through early January, with collaboration between the Directress, school leadership, and staff to ensure a smooth transition for

Qualifications

• AMI/AMS Montessori Elementary certification or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Experience teaching Upper Elementary-aged students.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic identity of Seton Academy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Upper Elementary classroom in alignment with Montessori philosophy and the Seton Academy mission.
• Maintain a peaceful, orderly prepared environment.
• Present lessons and guide students in selecting meaningful, independent work.
• Observe progress and provide individualized instruction as needed.
• Foster responsibility, independence, grace and courtesy, and a love of learning.
• Supervise students during the school day, including lunch and recess as assigned.
• Maintain attendance, lesson records, and observation notes.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding progress and classroom matters.
• Collaborate with classroom assistants, faculty, and the Principal.
• Participate in faculty meetings and school activities during employment period.
• Care for materials and keep the classroom organized and well maintained.
• Uphold Catholic identity and values in all interactions.

Skills

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

AMI/AMS Montessori Elementary certification or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

School: Seton Academy

Location: Villa Park, IL

Job Title: Interim Upper Elementary Montessori Lead

Description: Employment Period: Approximately October through Early January (Exact dates to be determined)

Reports To: Principal

Position Summary

Seton Academy, a Catholic Montessori school in Villa Park, Illinois, is seeking a caring, organized, and faith-filled educator to serve as our Upper Elementary Montessori Directress during a maternity leave.

This temporary position is responsible for maintaining the established Upper Elementary classroom, providing continuity of instruction, and nurturing the academic, social, and spiritual growth of students within our Catholic Montessori community. The classroom is well established, and the maternity leave directress will work closely with school leadership and staff to ensure a smooth transition for students and families.

Essential Responsibilities

The Upper Elementary Maternity Leave Directress will:

• Lead the classroom in accordance with the Montessori philosophy and the mission of Seton Academy
• Maintain a peaceful, orderly, and inviting prepared environment.
• Present Montessori lessons and guide students in selecting meaningful, independent work.
• Observe student progress and provide individualized instruction as needed.
• Foster responsibility, independence, grace and courtesy, and a love of learning.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including lunch and recess as assigned.
• Maintain attendance, lesson records, and student observation notes.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding student progress and classroom matters.
• Work collaboratively with classroom assistants, faculty, and the Principal.
• Participate in faculty meetings and school activities during the period of employment.
• Care for classroom materials and ensure the classroom remains organized and well maintained.
• Uphold the Catholic identity and values of Seton Academy in all interactions with students and families.

Qualifications

• Montessori Elementary certification preferred (AMI, AMS, or equivalent).
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience teaching Upper Elementary-aged students.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain consistency within an established Montessori environment.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and Catholic identity of Seton Academy.

Hours

School hours are 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with planning time and occasional faculty meetings as scheduled.

About Seton Academy

Seton Academy is a Catholic Montessori school dedicated to educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. We partner with families to cultivate academic excellence, independence, virtue, and a lifelong love of God and learning.

We are seeking an educator who will lovingly steward an established classroom, providing stability and continuity for our students while their Directress is on maternity leave.