Lead Lower Elementary Montessori Guide

American Montessori Society; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Clermont Montessori Bilingual Academy in Central Florida seeks passionate Montessori educators who are bilingual in English and Spanish to join a growing campus. You will implement authentic Montessori lessons with a focus on language immersion and culturally responsive teaching.

The ideal candidate holds a Montessori Elementary I credential (6-9), demonstrates strong leadership and communication, and can align with the school's Spanish immersion program, record-keeping, and professional

Qualifications

• Must have AMS/AMI/MACTE credential for Montessori Elementary I (6-9) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of Montessori philosophy and elementary curriculum.
• Experience working with elementary-aged children.
• Excellent classroom leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet Florida background screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed-age Lower Elementary classroom (grades 1-3) following authentic Montessori principles.
• Prepare and maintain an engaging, organized Montessori environment.
• Deliver individualized and small-group lessons in mathematics, language, geometry, science, history, geography, and cultural studies.
• Support and actively participate in the school's Spanish immersion program, incorporating Spanish into daily routines, classroom interactions, and learning experiences.
• Promote natural second-language acquisition through meaningful communication, vocabulary development, and culturally relevant learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with bilingual classroom staff to create a consistent and engaging Spanish immersion environment.
• Integrate Montessori Cosmic Education and interdisciplinary learning.
• Observe students, maintain accurate academic records, and develop individualized learning plans.
• Foster independence, executive functioning, social responsibility, and peaceful conflict resolution.
• Communicate professionally with families and participate in parent conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration to support the school's Montessori and bilingual educational mission.
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school community events.

Skills

Montessori credential

Montessori philosophy

Elementary experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Background check compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Two+ years Montessori elementary experience

Job description

About Our School

Clermont Montessori Bilingual Academy, established in 2021, is a satellite campus of Orlando Montessori Bilingual Academy, an established Montessori school community serving Central Florida families since 1996.

Under the same ownership and educational leadership, our Clermont campus shares the philosophy, mission, and commitment to authentic Montessori education and Spanish language immersion that have guided our organization for nearly three decades.

We are a Montessori Spanish immersion school, where bilingual education is an integral part of the child's daily learning experience. We believe that exposure to a second language during the formative years fosters cognitive development, cultural awareness, communication skills, and a broader understanding of the world.

Our approach integrates Spanish naturally throughout the Montessori environment, allowing children to acquire language through meaningful interactions, hands-on learning, and everyday classroom experiences.

As a newer and growing school community, Clermont Montessori Bilingual Academy offers educators the opportunity to contribute to a developing campus while benefiting from the experience, support, and established educational foundation of our larger Montessori organization.

We are seeking passionate Montessori educators who value bilingual education, embrace cultural diversity, and understand the importance of creating an authentic Spanish immersion environment.

Position Overview

We seek educators who understand the importance of integrating language naturally into the Montessori learning environment. Our ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish and can support development through meaningful interactions, purposeful lessons, and everyday classroom experiences.

We value educators who foster independence, critical thinking, collaboration, cultural awareness, and a lifelong love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed-age Lower Elementary classroom (grades 1-3) following authentic Montessori principles.

• Prepare and maintain an engaging, organized, and developmentally appropriate Montessori environment.

• Deliver individualized and small-group lessons in mathematics, language, geometry, science, history, geography, and cultural studies.

• Support and actively participate in the school's Spanish immersion program, incorporating Spanish into daily routines, classroom interactions, and learning experiences.

• Promote natural second-language acquisition through meaningful communication, vocabulary development, and culturally relevant learning opportunities.

• Collaborate with bilingual classroom staff to create a consistent and engaging Spanish immersion environment.

• Integrate Montessori Cosmic Education and interdisciplinary learning.

• Observe students, maintain accurate academic records, and develop individualized learning plans.

• Foster independence, executive functioning, social responsibility, and peaceful conflict resolution.

• Communicate professionally with families and participate in parent conferences.

• Collaborate with colleagues and administration to support the school's Montessori and bilingual educational mission.

• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school community events.

Required Qualifications

• Montessori Elementary I (6-9) credential from AMS, AMI, or a MACTE-accredited teacher education program, or another recognized Montessori credential appropriate to the age level.

• Strong understanding of Montessori philosophy and elementary curriculum.

• Experience working with elementary-aged children.

• Excellent classroom leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to meet applicable Florida background screening and employment requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.

• Two or more years of Montessori elementary classroom experience.

• Experience leading a mixed-age Montessori classroom.

• Familiarity with Montessori student observation and progress documentation.

• Spanish language proficiency.